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Primary Teacher Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a primary teacher earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Average base salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

£38,592 per year

per year in Newcastle upon Tyne · STPCD MPS/UPS

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,384 per year£38,592 per year£47,121 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 Newcastle upon Tyne is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for primary teachers near Newcastle upon Tyne

Compare average primary teacher pay in Newcastle upon Tyne and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage primary teacher salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne This location£38,592 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£38,190 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£38,190 per yearView jobs
Durham£38,190 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£38,190 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£37,788 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about primary teacher pay in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a primary teacher earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

The average salary for a primary teacher in Newcastle upon Tyne is £38,592 per year, typically ranging from £30,384 per year to £47,121 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Newcastle upon Tyne a well-paid area for primary teachers?

Newcastle upon Tyne tends to sit around 4% 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

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

How can a primary teacher in Newcastle upon Tyne increase their salary?

Primary Teachers in Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne and nationally?

Nationally the average is £40,200 per year. In Newcastle upon Tyne it's £38,592 per year — a discount of £1,608 per year versus the UK average.

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