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SEND Teacher Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a send teacher earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£44,055 per year

per year in Edinburgh · STPCD MPS/UPS + SEN allowance

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£34,155 per year£44,055 per year£54,450 per year

Qualified teacher in a special school or SEND-focused role. Includes SEN allowance (£2,679–£5,285 per year). SEND Teacher pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for send teachers near Edinburgh

Compare average send teacher pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage send teacher salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£44,055 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£44,055 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£42,275 per yearView jobs
Livingston£42,275 per yearView jobs
Stirling£42,275 per yearView jobs
Dundee£41,830 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about send teacher pay in Edinburgh

How much does a send teacher earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a send teacher in Edinburgh is £44,055 per year, typically ranging from £34,155 per year to £54,450 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for send teachers?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for send teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire send teachers in Edinburgh?

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

How can a send teacher in Edinburgh increase their salary?

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

What's the difference between send teacher pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £44,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £44,055 per year — a discount of £445 per year versus the UK average.

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