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Teacher Salary in Greater Manchester

How much does a teacher earn in Greater Manchester?

Average base salary in Greater Manchester

£41,085 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£31,334 per year£41,085 per year£48,593 per year

Qualified classroom teacher on the Main or Upper Pay Range. Higher rates apply inside the London pay areas. Teacher pay in Greater Manchester is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Teacher job openings in Greater Manchester

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Highest paying cities for teachers near Greater Manchester

Compare average teacher pay in Greater Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teacher salaryJobs
Grays£49,216 per year1 job
Greater Manchester This location£43,804 per year9 jobs
Great Yarmouth£24,279 per year1 job

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Frequently asked questions about teacher pay in Greater Manchester

How much does a teacher earn in Greater Manchester?

The average salary for a teacher in Greater Manchester is £41,085 per year, typically ranging from £31,334 per year to £48,593 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Greater Manchester a well-paid area for teachers?

Greater Manchester tends to sit around 1% 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 Greater Manchester?

There are currently 9 live teacher openings in Greater Manchester on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a teacher in Greater Manchester increase their salary?

Teachers in Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Greater Manchester it's £41,085 per year — a discount of £415 per year versus the UK average.

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