Salary guide · West Sussex
How much does a teacher earn in West Sussex?
Average base salary in West Sussex
£39,425 per year
per year in West Sussex · 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 West Sussex is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average teacher pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average teacher salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| West Midlands | £39,840 per year | View jobs |
| West Midlands (county) | £39,840 per year | View jobs |
| West Yorkshire | £39,840 per year | View jobs |
| West Sussex This location | £39,425 per year | View jobs |
| West Lothian | £39,425 per year | View jobs |
| Westbury | £39,425 per year | View jobs |
| Western Isles | £39,425 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a teacher in West Sussex is £39,425 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £46,630 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
West Sussex tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live teacher openings in West Sussex rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Teachers in West Sussex 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 West Sussex it's £39,425 per year — a discount of £2,075 per year versus the UK average.
Live teacher vacancies in West Sussex from schools, trusts and agencies.
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