Is send teacher pay in Kensington and Chelsea higher than the UK average?

Yes — send teacher pay in Kensington and Chelsea runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + SEN allowance.

Which nearby cities pay send teachers more than Kensington and Chelsea?

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

Salary guide · Kensington and Chelsea

SEND Teacher Salary in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a send teacher earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

Average base salary in Kensington and Chelsea

£52,510 per year

per year in Kensington and Chelsea · STPCD MPS/UPS + SEN allowance

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£40,710 per year£52,510 per year£64,900 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 Kensington and Chelsea is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for send teachers near Kensington and Chelsea

Compare average send teacher pay in Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring areas.

City	Average send teacher salary	Jobs
Kensington and Chelsea This location	£52,510 per year	View jobs
Keighley	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Kelso	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Kendal	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Kent	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Keswick	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Kettering	£42,275 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to SEND Teacher get paid in Kensington and Chelsea?

Assistant SENCO in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£55,460 per year

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Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£55,460 per year

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Deputy Head Pastoral in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£73,750 per year

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Deputy SENCO in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£55,460 per year

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Designated Safeguarding Lead in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£55,460 per year

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Director of Inclusion in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£59,000 per year

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Frequently asked questions about send teacher pay in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a send teacher earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

The average salary for a send teacher in Kensington and Chelsea is £52,510 per year, typically ranging from £40,710 per year to £64,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kensington and Chelsea a well-paid area for send teachers?

Kensington and Chelsea pays send teachers around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS + SEN allowance.

Which schools and agencies hire send teachers in Kensington and Chelsea?

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

How can a send teacher in Kensington and Chelsea increase their salary?

SEND Teachers in Kensington and Chelsea typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS + SEN allowance, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

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

Nationally the average is £44,500 per year. In Kensington and Chelsea it's £52,510 per year — a premium of £8,010 per year versus the UK average.

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