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Physics Teacher salary in United Kingdom

How much does a physics teacher make in the United Kingdom?

Average base salary

£44,000 per year

per year in United Kingdom · STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£32,000 per year£44,000 per year£52,000 per year

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How much does a physics teacher make in the United Kingdom?

The average salary for a physics teacher in the United Kingdom is £44,000 per year. Pay typically ranges from £32,000 per year to £52,000 per year depending on experience, phase and location.

Where can a physics teacher earn the most?

Physics Teachers in Inner London and Outer London typically earn the most, with pay boosted by London weighting. See the "Highest paying cities" section above for a full breakdown.

What pay scale applies to a physics teacher?

Physics Teacher pay is set by STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP.

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