Salary guide · Northern Ireland
How much does a primary teacher earn in Northern Ireland?
Average base salary in Northern Ireland
£37,788 per year
per year in Northern Ireland · STPCD MPS/UPS
Class teacher in a primary school (Reception to Year 6). Pay follows the STPCD Main or Upper Pay Range. Primary Teacher pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average primary teacher pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average primary teacher salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Northallerton | £38,190 per year | View jobs |
| Northampton | £38,190 per year | View jobs |
| Northamptonshire | £38,190 per year | View jobs |
| Northumberland | £38,190 per year | View jobs |
| Northwich | £38,190 per year | View jobs |
| Norwich | £38,190 per year | View jobs |
| Northern Ireland This location | £37,788 per year | View jobs |
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Average
£39,010 per year
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Average
£39,010 per year
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Average
£39,010 per year
See advanced skills teacher jobs in Northern IrelandThe average salary for a primary teacher in Northern Ireland is £37,788 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £46,139 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for primary teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live primary teacher openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Primary Teachers in Northern Ireland 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.
Nationally the average is £40,200 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £37,788 per year — a discount of £2,412 per year versus the UK average.
Live primary teacher vacancies in Northern Ireland from schools, trusts and agencies.
Browse Primary Teacher jobs in Northern IrelandLive teacher, TA, SEND, leadership and support-staff vacancies across the UK.