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Physics Teacher Salary in South West England

How much does a physics teacher earn in South West England?

Average base salary in South West England

£42,240 per year

per year in South West England · STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,720 per year£42,240 per year£49,920 per year

Shortage subject. Attracts Levelling Up Premium in eligible schools plus higher starting salaries in some MATs. Physics Teacher pay in South West England is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for physics teachers near South West England

Compare average physics teacher pay in South West England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage physics teacher salaryJobs
South East England£44,880 per yearView jobs
South West England This location£42,240 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£42,240 per yearView jobs
Southampton£42,240 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£41,800 per yearView jobs
South Shields£41,800 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£41,800 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Physics Teacher get paid in South West England?

Frequently asked questions about physics teacher pay in South West England

How much does a physics teacher earn in South West England?

The average salary for a physics teacher in South West England is £42,240 per year, typically ranging from £30,720 per year to £49,920 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is South West England a well-paid area for physics teachers?

South West England tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for physics teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire physics teachers in South West England?

Live physics teacher openings in South West England rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a physics teacher in South West England increase their salary?

Physics Teachers in South West England typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between physics teacher pay in South West England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £44,000 per year. In South West England it's £42,240 per year — a discount of £1,760 per year versus the UK average.

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