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Teacher Salary in West Midlands (county)

How much does a teacher earn in West Midlands (county)?

Average base salary in West Midlands (county)

£39,840 per year

per year in West Midlands (county) · STPCD MPS £31,650–£43,607 · UPS £45,646–£49,084

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,384 per year£39,840 per year£47,121 per year

Qualified classroom teacher on the Main or Upper Pay Range. Higher rates apply inside the London pay areas. Teacher pay in West Midlands (county) is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for teachers near West Midlands (county)

Compare average teacher pay in West Midlands (county) and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teacher salaryJobs
West Midlands (county) This location£39,840 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£39,840 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£39,840 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£39,425 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£39,425 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£39,425 per yearView jobs
Westbury£39,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teacher pay in West Midlands (county)

How much does a teacher earn in West Midlands (county)?

The average salary for a teacher in West Midlands (county) is £39,840 per year, typically ranging from £30,384 per year to £47,121 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Midlands (county) a well-paid area for teachers?

West Midlands (county) tends to sit around 4% 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 West Midlands (county)?

Live teacher openings in West Midlands (county) rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a teacher in West Midlands (county) increase their salary?

Teachers in West Midlands (county) 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 West Midlands (county) and nationally?

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In West Midlands (county) it's £39,840 per year — a discount of £1,660 per year versus the UK average.

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