Substitute Teacher Salary in Scottish Borders

The average salary for a substitute teacher in Scottish Borders is £39,010 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £46,139 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Scottish Borders tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for substitute teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

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

Substitute Teachers in Scottish Borders typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Scottish Borders it's £39,010 per year — a discount of £2,490 per year versus the UK average.