Salary guide · Wales
How much does a science teacher earn in Wales?
Average base salary in Wales
£39,950 per year
per year in Wales · STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP
Secondary science teacher (physics, chemistry, biology). Shortage subject — Levelling Up Premium may apply. Science Teacher pay in Wales is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average science teacher pay in Wales and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a science teacher in Wales is £39,950 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £46,139 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Wales tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for science teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
There are currently 1 live science teacher opening in Wales on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.
Science Teachers in Wales typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS + LUP, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.
Nationally the average is £42,500 per year. In Wales it's £39,950 per year — a discount of £2,550 per year versus the UK average.
Live science teacher vacancies in Wales from schools, trusts and agencies.
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