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Reception Teacher Salary in Portsmouth

How much does a reception teacher earn in Portsmouth?

Average base salary in Portsmouth

£39,840 per year

per year in Portsmouth · STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,384 per year£39,840 per year£47,121 per year

Reception Teacher salaries vary by experience, pay scale point, phase and local weighting. Reception Teacher pay in Portsmouth is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for reception teachers near Portsmouth

Compare average reception teacher pay in Portsmouth and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage reception teacher salaryJobs
Portsmouth This location£39,840 per yearView jobs
Porthmadog£39,425 per yearView jobs
Portree£39,425 per yearView jobs
Portrush£39,425 per yearView jobs
Portstewart£39,425 per yearView jobs
Powys£39,425 per yearView jobs
Prestatyn£39,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Reception Teacher get paid in Portsmouth?

Frequently asked questions about reception teacher pay in Portsmouth

How much does a reception teacher earn in Portsmouth?

The average salary for a reception teacher in Portsmouth is £39,840 per year, typically ranging from £30,384 per year to £47,121 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Portsmouth a well-paid area for reception teachers?

Portsmouth tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for reception teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire reception teachers in Portsmouth?

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

How can a reception teacher in Portsmouth increase their salary?

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

What's the difference between reception teacher pay in Portsmouth and nationally?

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Portsmouth it's £39,840 per year — a discount of £1,660 per year versus the UK average.

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