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Secondary Teacher Salary in West Sussex

How much does a secondary teacher earn in West Sussex?

Average base salary in West Sussex

£40,660 per year

per year in West Sussex · STPCD MPS/UPS

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,068 per year£40,660 per year£46,630 per year

Subject specialist teaching Years 7–13. Pay follows the STPCD Main or Upper Pay Range. Secondary Teacher pay in West Sussex is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for secondary teachers near West Sussex

Compare average secondary teacher pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage secondary teacher salaryJobs
West Midlands£41,088 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£41,088 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£41,088 per yearView jobs
West Sussex This location£40,660 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£40,660 per yearView jobs
Westbury£40,660 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£40,660 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Secondary Teacher get paid in West Sussex?

Frequently asked questions about secondary teacher pay in West Sussex

How much does a secondary teacher earn in West Sussex?

The average salary for a secondary teacher in West Sussex is £40,660 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £46,630 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Sussex a well-paid area for secondary teachers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire secondary teachers in West Sussex?

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

How can a secondary teacher in West Sussex increase their salary?

Secondary Teachers in West Sussex typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between secondary teacher pay in West Sussex and nationally?

Nationally the average is £42,800 per year. In West Sussex it's £40,660 per year — a discount of £2,140 per year versus the UK average.

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