Salary guide · Somerset
How much does a teacher earn in Somerset?
Average base salary in Somerset
£39,425 per year
per year in Somerset · STPCD MPS £31,650–£43,607 · UPS £45,646–£49,084
Qualified classroom teacher on the Main or Upper Pay Range. Higher rates apply inside the London pay areas. Teacher pay in Somerset is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average teacher pay in Somerset and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average teacher salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Slough | £44,856 per year | 1 job |
| Somerset This location | £43,105 per year | 2 jobs |
| South East England | £39,202 per year | 2 jobs |
The average salary for a teacher in Somerset is £39,425 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £46,630 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Somerset tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
There are currently 2 live teacher openings in Somerset on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.
Teachers in Somerset 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.
Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Somerset it's £39,425 per year — a discount of £2,075 per year versus the UK average.
Live teacher vacancies in Somerset from schools, trusts and agencies.
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