Salary guide · Scotland
How much does a send teacher earn in Scotland?
Average base salary in Scotland
£41,830 per year
per year in Scotland · STPCD MPS/UPS + SEN allowance
Qualified teacher in a special school or SEND-focused role. Includes SEN allowance (£2,679–£5,285 per year). SEND Teacher pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average send teacher pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average send teacher salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbach | £42,275 per year | View jobs |
| Sandown | £42,275 per year | View jobs |
| Scarborough | £42,275 per year | View jobs |
| Scunthorpe | £42,275 per year | View jobs |
| Seaford | £42,275 per year | View jobs |
| Scotland This location | £41,830 per year | View jobs |
| Scottish Borders | £41,830 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a send teacher in Scotland is £41,830 per year, typically ranging from £32,430 per year to £51,700 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for send teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live send teacher openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
SEND Teachers in Scotland 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.
Nationally the average is £44,500 per year. In Scotland it's £41,830 per year — a discount of £2,670 per year versus the UK average.
Live send teacher vacancies in Scotland from schools, trusts and agencies.
Browse SEND Teacher jobs in ScotlandLive teacher, TA, SEND, leadership and support-staff vacancies across the UK.