Is science teacher pay in London higher than the UK average?

Yes — science teacher pay in London runs about 15% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP.

Which nearby cities pay science teachers more than London?

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

Salary guide · London

Science Teacher Salary in London

How much does a science teacher earn in London?

Average base salary in London

£48,875 per year

per year in London · STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£36,398 per year£48,875 per year£56,447 per year

Secondary science teacher (physics, chemistry, biology). Shortage subject — Levelling Up Premium may apply. Science Teacher pay in London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Science Teacher job openings in London

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Science Teacher

Envision Education · London

£46,800–£57,200

Science Teacher

Protocol Education · London

£36,400–£67,600

Science Teacher

Qualiteach Education Group Ltd · London

£34,514–£62,496

Science Teacher

Smart Teachers · London

£37,870–£56,154

Science Teacher

Horizon Teachers · London

£60,000

Science Teacher

Greenwich Waldorf School · London

£27,000–£30,000

Highest paying cities for science teachers near London

Compare average science teacher pay in London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average science teacher salary	Jobs
Inner London	£50,150 per year	View jobs
City of London	£50,150 per year	View jobs
Westminster	£50,150 per year	View jobs
Camden	£50,150 per year	View jobs
London This location	£48,875 per year	View jobs
Outer London	£46,750 per year	View jobs
London Fringe	£44,625 per year	View jobs

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Frequently asked questions about science teacher pay in London

How much does a science teacher earn in London?

The average salary for a science teacher in London is £48,875 per year, typically ranging from £36,398 per year to £56,447 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is London a well-paid area for science teachers?

London pays science teachers around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP.

Which schools and agencies hire science teachers in London?

There are currently 28 live science teacher openings in London on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a science teacher in London increase their salary?

Science Teachers in London typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between science teacher pay in London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £42,500 per year. In London it's £48,875 per year — a premium of £6,375 per year versus the UK average.

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