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Primary Teacher Salary in Cornwall

How much does a primary teacher earn in Cornwall?

Average base salary in Cornwall

£38,190 per year

per year in Cornwall · 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 Cornwall is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for primary teachers near Cornwall

Compare average primary teacher pay in Cornwall and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage primary teacher salaryJobs
Cornwall This location£38,190 per yearView jobs
Conwy£38,190 per yearView jobs
Cookstown£38,190 per yearView jobs
Corby£38,190 per yearView jobs
County Antrim£37,788 per yearView jobs
County Armagh£37,788 per yearView jobs
County Down£37,788 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about primary teacher pay in Cornwall

How much does a primary teacher earn in Cornwall?

The average salary for a primary teacher in Cornwall 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 Cornwall a well-paid area for primary teachers?

Cornwall 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 Cornwall?

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

How can a primary teacher in Cornwall increase their salary?

Primary Teachers in Cornwall 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 Cornwall and nationally?

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

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