Is physics teacher pay in Kingston upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — physics teacher pay in Kingston upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP.

Which nearby cities pay physics teachers more than Kingston upon Thames?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Kingston upon Thames" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Kingston upon Thames

Physics Teacher Salary in Kingston upon Thames

How much does a physics teacher earn in Kingston upon Thames?

Average base salary in Kingston upon Thames

£48,400 per year

per year in Kingston upon Thames · STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£35,200 per year£48,400 per year£57,200 per year

Shortage subject. Attracts Levelling Up Premium in eligible schools plus higher starting salaries in some MATs. Physics Teacher pay in Kingston upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for physics teachers near Kingston upon Thames

Compare average physics teacher pay in Kingston upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average physics teacher salary	Jobs
Kingston upon Thames This location	£48,400 per year	View jobs
King's Lynn	£41,800 per year	View jobs
Kingsbridge	£41,800 per year	View jobs
Kingston upon Hull	£41,800 per year	View jobs
Kirkcaldy	£41,800 per year	View jobs
Kirkintilloch	£41,800 per year	View jobs
Kirkwall	£41,800 per year	View jobs

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£45,650 per year

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£45,650 per year

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£45,650 per year

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£45,650 per year

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Advisory Teacher in Kingston upon Thames

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£45,650 per year

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£45,650 per year

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Frequently asked questions about physics teacher pay in Kingston upon Thames

How much does a physics teacher earn in Kingston upon Thames?

The average salary for a physics teacher in Kingston upon Thames is £48,400 per year, typically ranging from £35,200 per year to £57,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kingston upon Thames a well-paid area for physics teachers?

Kingston upon Thames pays physics teachers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP.

Which schools and agencies hire physics teachers in Kingston upon Thames?

Live physics teacher openings in Kingston upon Thames rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a physics teacher in Kingston upon Thames increase their salary?

Physics Teachers in Kingston upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between physics teacher pay in Kingston upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £44,000 per year. In Kingston upon Thames it's £48,400 per year — a premium of £4,400 per year versus the UK average.

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