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

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

Which nearby cities pay send 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

SEND Teacher Salary in Richmond upon Thames

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

Average base salary in Richmond upon Thames

£48,950 per year

per year in Richmond upon Thames · STPCD MPS/UPS + SEN allowance

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£37,950 per year£48,950 per year£60,500 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 Richmond upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for send teachers near Richmond upon Thames

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

City	Average send teacher salary	Jobs
Richmond upon Thames This location	£48,950 per year	View jobs
Rhondda	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Rhondda Cynon Taf	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Rhyl	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Rickmansworth	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Ripon	£42,275 per year	View jobs
Rochdale	£42,275 per year	View jobs

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

Assistant SENCO in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£51,700 per year

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Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£51,700 per year

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Deputy Head Pastoral in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£68,750 per year

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Deputy SENCO in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£51,700 per year

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Designated Safeguarding Lead in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£51,700 per year

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Director of Inclusion in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£55,000 per year

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Frequently asked questions about send teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames

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

The average salary for a send teacher in Richmond upon Thames is £48,950 per year, typically ranging from £37,950 per year to £60,500 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

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

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

Live send 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 send teacher in Richmond upon Thames increase their salary?

SEND Teachers in Richmond upon Thames 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 Richmond upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £44,500 per year. In Richmond upon Thames it's £48,950 per year — a premium of £4,450 per year versus the UK average.

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