Is school bus driver pay in Kensington and Chelsea higher than the UK average?

Yes — school bus driver pay in Kensington and Chelsea runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which nearby cities pay school bus drivers more than Kensington and Chelsea?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Kensington and Chelsea" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Kensington and Chelsea

School Bus Driver Salary in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a school bus driver earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

Average base salary in Kensington and Chelsea

£33,630 per year

per year in Kensington and Chelsea · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£25,960 per year£33,630 per year£42,480 per year

School Bus Driver salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical school bus driver pay across the UK. School Bus Driver pay in Kensington and Chelsea is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for school bus drivers near Kensington and Chelsea

Compare average school bus driver pay in Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring areas.

City	Average school bus driver salary	Jobs
Kensington and Chelsea This location	£33,630 per year	View jobs
Keighley	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kelso	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kendal	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kent	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Keswick	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kettering	£27,075 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to School Bus Driver get paid in Kensington and Chelsea?

Academy Trustee in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

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Access Arrangements Assessor in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

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Access Arrangements Coordinator in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£59,000 per year

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Accounts Assistant in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

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Activities Coordinator in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£59,000 per year

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Admin Assistant in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£32,450 per year

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Frequently asked questions about school bus driver pay in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a school bus driver earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

The average salary for a school bus driver in Kensington and Chelsea is £33,630 per year, typically ranging from £25,960 per year to £42,480 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kensington and Chelsea a well-paid area for school bus drivers?

Kensington and Chelsea pays school bus drivers around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which schools and agencies hire school bus drivers in Kensington and Chelsea?

Live school bus driver openings in Kensington and Chelsea rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a school bus driver in Kensington and Chelsea increase their salary?

School Bus Drivers in Kensington and Chelsea typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between school bus driver pay in Kensington and Chelsea and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Kensington and Chelsea it's £33,630 per year — a premium of £5,130 per year versus the UK average.

School Bus Driver jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Live school bus driver vacancies in Kensington and Chelsea from schools, trusts and agencies.

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