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Teacher Salary in West Yorkshire

How much does a teacher earn in West Yorkshire?

Average base salary in West Yorkshire

£39,840 per year

per year in West Yorkshire · 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 Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Teacher job openings in West Yorkshire

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Highest paying cities for teachers near West Yorkshire

Compare average teacher pay in West Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teacher salaryJobs
Westminster£48,970 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire This location£39,840 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£39,840 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£39,840 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£39,425 per yearView jobs
Westbury£39,425 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£39,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teacher pay in West Yorkshire

How much does a teacher earn in West Yorkshire?

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

West Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire?

There are currently 7 live teacher openings in West Yorkshire 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 West Yorkshire increase their salary?

Teachers in West Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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