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Salary guide · Blackburn

Teacher Salary in Blackburn

How much does a teacher earn in Blackburn?

Average base salary in Blackburn

£39,425 per year

per year in Blackburn · STPCD MPS £31,650–£43,607 · UPS £45,646–£49,084

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,068 per year£39,425 per year£46,630 per year

Qualified classroom teacher on the Main or Upper Pay Range. Higher rates apply inside the London pay areas. Teacher pay in Blackburn is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for teachers near Blackburn

Compare average teacher pay in Blackburn and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teacher salaryJobs
Blackburn This location£39,425 per yearView jobs
Bishop Auckland£39,425 per yearView jobs
Bishop's Stortford£39,425 per yearView jobs
Bishopbriggs£39,425 per yearView jobs
Blackpool£39,425 per yearView jobs
Blackwood£39,425 per yearView jobs
Blaenau Gwent£39,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teacher pay in Blackburn

How much does a teacher earn in Blackburn?

The average salary for a teacher in Blackburn is £39,425 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £46,630 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Blackburn a well-paid area for teachers?

Blackburn tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire teachers in Blackburn?

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

How can a teacher in Blackburn increase their salary?

Teachers in Blackburn typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS £31,650–£43,607 · UPS £45,646–£49,084, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

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

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Blackburn it's £39,425 per year — a discount of £2,075 per year versus the UK average.

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