Is physics teacher pay in London higher than the UK average?

Yes — physics teacher pay in London runs about 15% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP.

Which nearby cities pay physics teachers more than London?

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

Salary guide · London

Physics Teacher Salary in London

How much does a physics teacher earn in London?

Average base salary in London

£50,600 per year

per year in London · STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£36,800 per year£50,600 per year£59,800 per year

Shortage subject. Attracts Levelling Up Premium in eligible schools plus higher starting salaries in some MATs. Physics Teacher pay in London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Physics Teacher job openings in London

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Physics Teacher

Ribbons & Reeves · London

£206–£320

Physics Teacher

EdEx - Education Recruitment · London

£26,500–£36,500

Physics Teacher

Remedy Education · London

£41,600–£57,200

Physics Teacher

Remedy Recruitment Group · London

£41,600–£57,200

Physics Teacher

Remedy Recruitment · London

£41,600–£57,200

Physics Teacher

Marchant Recruitment · London

£52,183

Highest paying cities for physics teachers near London

Compare average physics teacher pay in London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average physics teacher salary	Jobs
Inner London	£51,920 per year	View jobs
City of London	£51,920 per year	View jobs
Westminster	£51,920 per year	View jobs
Camden	£51,920 per year	View jobs
London This location	£50,600 per year	View jobs
Outer London	£48,400 per year	View jobs
London Fringe	£46,200 per year	View jobs

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Frequently asked questions about physics teacher pay in London

How much does a physics teacher earn in London?

The average salary for a physics teacher in London is £50,600 per year, typically ranging from £36,800 per year to £59,800 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is London a well-paid area for physics teachers?

London pays physics teachers around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP.

Which schools and agencies hire physics teachers in London?

There are currently 6 live physics teacher openings in London on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a physics teacher in London increase their salary?

Physics Teachers in London 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 London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £44,000 per year. In London it's £50,600 per year — a premium of £6,600 per year versus the UK average.

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