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Primary Teacher Salary in Manchester

How much does a primary teacher earn in Manchester?

Average base salary in Manchester

£39,396 per year

per year in Manchester · STPCD MPS/UPS

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£31,017 per year£39,396 per year£48,102 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 Manchester is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Primary Teacher job openings in Manchester

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Highest paying cities for primary teachers near Manchester

Compare average primary teacher pay in Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage primary teacher salaryJobs
Sheffield£42,900 per year1 job
Manchester This location£42,000 per year1 job
Liverpool£36,400 per year1 job

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Frequently asked questions about primary teacher pay in Manchester

How much does a primary teacher earn in Manchester?

The average salary for a primary teacher in Manchester is £39,396 per year, typically ranging from £31,017 per year to £48,102 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Manchester a well-paid area for primary teachers?

Manchester tends to sit around 2% 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 Manchester?

There are currently 1 live primary teacher opening in Manchester on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a primary teacher in Manchester increase their salary?

Primary Teachers in Manchester 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 Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £40,200 per year. In Manchester it's £39,396 per year — a discount of £804 per year versus the UK average.

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