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Teacher Salary in Shetland Islands

How much does a teacher earn in Shetland Islands?

Average base salary in Shetland Islands

£39,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for teachers near Shetland Islands

Compare average teacher pay in Shetland Islands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teacher salaryJobs
Shetland Islands This location£39,425 per yearView jobs
Shaftesbury£39,425 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£39,425 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£39,425 per yearView jobs
Shipley£39,425 per yearView jobs
Shrewsbury£39,425 per yearView jobs
Shropshire£39,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teacher pay in Shetland Islands

How much does a teacher earn in Shetland Islands?

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

Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands?

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

How can a teacher in Shetland Islands increase their salary?

Teachers in Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands and nationally?

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

Teacher jobs in Shetland Islands

Live teacher vacancies in Shetland Islands from schools, trusts and agencies.

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