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School Bus Driver Salary in Leicestershire

How much does a school bus driver earn in Leicestershire?

Average base salary in Leicestershire

£27,360 per year

per year in Leicestershire · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,120 per year£27,360 per year£34,560 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 Leicestershire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school bus drivers near Leicestershire

Compare average school bus driver pay in Leicestershire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school bus driver salaryJobs
Leicestershire This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
Leeds£27,360 per yearView jobs
Leicester£27,360 per yearView jobs
Leek£27,075 per yearView jobs
Leigh£27,075 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£27,075 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£27,075 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Bus Driver get paid in Leicestershire?

Frequently asked questions about school bus driver pay in Leicestershire

How much does a school bus driver earn in Leicestershire?

The average salary for a school bus driver in Leicestershire is £27,360 per year, typically ranging from £21,120 per year to £34,560 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leicestershire a well-paid area for school bus drivers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire school bus drivers in Leicestershire?

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

How can a school bus driver in Leicestershire increase their salary?

School Bus Drivers in Leicestershire typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

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

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Leicestershire it's £27,360 per year — a discount of £1,140 per year versus the UK average.

School Bus Driver jobs in Leicestershire

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