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Primary Teacher Salary in Bedford

How much does a primary teacher earn in Bedford?

Average base salary in Bedford

£38,190 per year

per year in Bedford · STPCD MPS/UPS

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,068 per year£38,190 per year£46,630 per year

Class teacher in a primary school (Reception to Year 6). Pay follows the STPCD Main or Upper Pay Range. Primary Teacher pay in Bedford is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for primary teachers near Bedford

Compare average primary teacher pay in Bedford and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage primary teacher salaryJobs
Bedford This location£38,190 per yearView jobs
Beaconsfield£38,190 per yearView jobs
Bearsden£38,190 per yearView jobs
Beaumaris£38,190 per yearView jobs
Bedfordshire£38,190 per yearView jobs
Bellshill£38,190 per yearView jobs
Belfast£37,788 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about primary teacher pay in Bedford

How much does a primary teacher earn in Bedford?

The average salary for a primary teacher in Bedford is £38,190 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £46,630 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Bedford a well-paid area for primary teachers?

Bedford tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for primary teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire primary teachers in Bedford?

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

How can a primary teacher in Bedford increase their salary?

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

What's the difference between primary teacher pay in Bedford and nationally?

Nationally the average is £40,200 per year. In Bedford it's £38,190 per year — a discount of £2,010 per year versus the UK average.

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