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Maternity Cover Teacher Salary in Leeds

How much does a maternity cover teacher earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£39,840 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,384 per year£39,840 per year£47,121 per year

Maternity Cover Teacher salaries vary by experience, pay scale point, phase and local weighting. Maternity Cover Teacher pay in Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for maternity cover teachers near Leeds

Compare average maternity cover teacher pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage maternity cover teacher salaryJobs
Manchester£40,670 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£39,840 per yearView jobs
York£39,840 per yearView jobs
Bradford£39,425 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£39,425 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£39,425 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£39,010 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Maternity Cover Teacher get paid in Leeds?

Frequently asked questions about maternity cover teacher pay in Leeds

How much does a maternity cover teacher earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a maternity cover teacher in Leeds is £39,840 per year, typically ranging from £30,384 per year to £47,121 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for maternity cover teachers?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for maternity cover teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire maternity cover teachers in Leeds?

Live maternity cover teacher openings in Leeds rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a maternity cover teacher in Leeds increase their salary?

Maternity Cover Teachers in Leeds 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 maternity cover teacher pay in Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Leeds it's £39,840 per year — a discount of £1,660 per year versus the UK average.

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