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School Governor Salary in England

How much does a school governor earn in England?

Average base salary in England

£27,075 per year

per year in England · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£27,075 per year£34,200 per year

School Governor salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical school governor pay across the UK. School Governor pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school governors near England

Compare average school governor pay in England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school governor salaryJobs
Enfield£31,350 per yearView jobs
England This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Elgin£27,075 per yearView jobs
Ely£27,075 per yearView jobs
Enniskillen£27,075 per yearView jobs
Epsom£27,075 per yearView jobs
Essex£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about school governor pay in England

How much does a school governor earn in England?

The average salary for a school governor in England is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is England a well-paid area for school governors?

England tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for school governors. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire school governors in England?

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

How can a school governor in England increase their salary?

School Governors in England 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 governor pay in England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In England it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.

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