Is secondary teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — secondary teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS.

Which nearby cities pay secondary teachers more than Richmond upon Thames?

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

Salary guide · Richmond upon Thames

Secondary Teacher Salary in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a secondary teacher earn in Richmond upon Thames?

Average base salary in Richmond upon Thames

£47,080 per year

per year in Richmond upon Thames · STPCD MPS/UPS

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£34,815 per year£47,080 per year£53,992 per year

Subject specialist teaching Years 7–13. Pay follows the STPCD Main or Upper Pay Range. Secondary Teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for secondary teachers near Richmond upon Thames

Compare average secondary teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average secondary teacher salary	Jobs
Richmond upon Thames This location	£47,080 per year	View jobs
Rhondda	£40,660 per year	View jobs
Rhondda Cynon Taf	£40,660 per year	View jobs
Rhyl	£40,660 per year	View jobs
Rickmansworth	£40,660 per year	View jobs
Ripon	£40,660 per year	View jobs
Rochdale	£40,660 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Secondary Teacher get paid in Richmond upon Thames?

Academic Tutor in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Accounting Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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ADHD Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Advanced Skills Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Advisory Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Alternative Provision Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Frequently asked questions about secondary teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a secondary teacher earn in Richmond upon Thames?

The average salary for a secondary teacher in Richmond upon Thames is £47,080 per year, typically ranging from £34,815 per year to £53,992 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Richmond upon Thames a well-paid area for secondary teachers?

Richmond upon Thames pays secondary teachers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS.

Which schools and agencies hire secondary teachers in Richmond upon Thames?

Live secondary teacher openings in Richmond upon Thames rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a secondary teacher in Richmond upon Thames increase their salary?

Secondary Teachers in Richmond upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between secondary teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £42,800 per year. In Richmond upon Thames it's £47,080 per year — a premium of £4,280 per year versus the UK average.

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