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Key Stage 1 Teacher Salary in Scotland

How much does a key stage 1 teacher earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£39,010 per year

per year in Scotland · STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£29,751 per year£39,010 per year£46,139 per year

Key Stage 1 Teacher salaries vary by experience, pay scale point, phase and local weighting. Key Stage 1 Teacher pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for key stage 1 teachers near Scotland

Compare average key stage 1 teacher pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage key stage 1 teacher salaryJobs
Sandbach£39,425 per yearView jobs
Sandown£39,425 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£39,425 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£39,425 per yearView jobs
Seaford£39,425 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£39,010 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£39,010 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Key Stage 1 Teacher get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about key stage 1 teacher pay in Scotland

How much does a key stage 1 teacher earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a key stage 1 teacher in Scotland is £39,010 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £46,139 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for key stage 1 teachers?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for key stage 1 teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire key stage 1 teachers in Scotland?

Live key stage 1 teacher openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a key stage 1 teacher in Scotland increase their salary?

Key Stage 1 Teachers in Scotland typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between key stage 1 teacher pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Scotland it's £39,010 per year — a discount of £2,490 per year versus the UK average.

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