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Salary guide · Kent

Teacher Salary in Kent

How much does a teacher earn in Kent?

Average base salary in Kent

£39,425 per year

per year in Kent · 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 Kent is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

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Highest paying cities for teachers near Kent

Compare average teacher pay in Kent and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teacher salaryJobs
Kensington and Chelsea£48,970 per yearView jobs
Kent This location£39,425 per yearView jobs
Kelso£39,425 per yearView jobs
Kendal£39,425 per yearView jobs
Keswick£39,425 per yearView jobs
Kettering£39,425 per yearView jobs
Kidderminster£39,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teacher pay in Kent

How much does a teacher earn in Kent?

The average salary for a teacher in Kent 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 Kent a well-paid area for teachers?

Kent 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 Kent?

There are currently 5 live teacher openings in Kent 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 Kent increase their salary?

Teachers in Kent 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 Kent and nationally?

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

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