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School Bus Driver Salary in Southampton

How much does a school bus driver earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£27,360 per year

per year in Southampton · 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 Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school bus drivers near Southampton

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

CityAverage school bus driver salaryJobs
Southwark£33,630 per yearView jobs
Southampton This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
South West England£27,360 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£27,360 per yearView jobs
South Shields£27,075 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£27,075 per yearView jobs
Southport£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about school bus driver pay in Southampton

How much does a school bus driver earn in Southampton?

The average salary for a school bus driver in Southampton 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 Southampton a well-paid area for school bus drivers?

Southampton 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 Southampton?

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

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

School Bus Drivers in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

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

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