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Further Education Teacher Salary in Scotland

How much does a further education teacher earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£34,310 per year

per year in Scotland · AoC scales

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£27,730 per year£34,310 per year£42,770 per year

Teaches 16+ learners in FE settings. Further Education Teacher pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for further education teachers near Scotland

Compare average further education teacher pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage further education teacher salaryJobs
Sandbach£34,675 per yearView jobs
Sandown£34,675 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£34,675 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£34,675 per yearView jobs
Seaford£34,675 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£34,310 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£34,310 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Further Education Teacher get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about further education teacher pay in Scotland

How much does a further education teacher earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a further education teacher in Scotland is £34,310 per year, typically ranging from £27,730 per year to £42,770 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for further education teachers?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for further education teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire further education teachers in Scotland?

Live further education teacher openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a further education teacher in Scotland increase their salary?

Further Education Teachers in Scotland typically increase pay by moving up AoC scales, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between further education teacher pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £36,500 per year. In Scotland it's £34,310 per year — a discount of £2,190 per year versus the UK average.

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