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Reception Teacher Salary in United Kingdom

How much does a reception teacher earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£39,425 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,068 per year£39,425 per year£46,630 per year

Reception Teacher salaries vary by experience, pay scale point, phase and local weighting. Reception Teacher pay in United Kingdom is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Reception Teacher job openings in United Kingdom

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Highest paying cities for reception teachers near United Kingdom

Compare average reception teacher pay in United Kingdom and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage reception teacher salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£39,425 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£39,425 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£39,425 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£39,425 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£39,425 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£39,425 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£39,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about reception teacher pay in United Kingdom

How much does a reception teacher earn in United Kingdom?

The average salary for a reception teacher in United Kingdom is £39,425 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £46,630 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is United Kingdom a well-paid area for reception teachers?

United Kingdom tends to sit around 5% 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 United Kingdom?

There are currently 5 live reception teacher openings in United Kingdom on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a reception teacher in United Kingdom increase their salary?

Reception Teachers in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In United Kingdom it's £39,425 per year — a discount of £2,075 per year versus the UK average.

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