Unlock the Benefits of Teaching in the Capital

London is a city that is full of possibilities for teachers. With thousands of schools and a wealth of educational opportunities, London is the perfect place for anyone looking to work in education.

You have access to a vast range of schools with different teaching styles and approaches. Whether you are looking for primary, secondary, or alternative provision (SEN), you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding the perfect teaching job. With our team of recruitment experts, you can be sure to find the right school based on your individual needs and requirements.

How much can I earn as a teacher working in London?

Teachers working in London are among the highest paid in the country. The teachers’ pay scale increased significantly in 2022. This long-awaited boost was one of the largest salary increases teachers have ever seen; over 10% in many parts of the country.

Not only does this allow teachers to manage a better income, but it also demonstrates the appreciation of teachers’ hard work and dedication over the years. It proves that teachers are essential and that their value should conventionally be rewarded accordingly.

New teachers (known as Early Career Teachers) within inner London can expect a starting salary of £34,502, and £32,407 for outer London teachers.

Experienced teachers in London can earn a living wage with salaries reaching up to £44,756 for those teaching in inner-city areas or as much as £43,193 if they're in outer London areas.

For those looking to further their career, experience brings with it the potential for some great financial rewards. With varying salary tiers depending on location and status, individuals in inner London can earn a starting salary of £49,320 on the upper pay range and reach up to £131,353 on the leadership scale, while outer London offers slightly lower but still attractive starting pay grades from £44,687 to £126,539.

Travelling around London as a teacher

For teachers that travel around London, the journey doesn't need to be daunting. On the contrary; London's excellent public transport system makes travel a breeze. With well-connected trains, rail, tubes, buses, and affordable Uber options, teachers can travel from one end of London to the other in no time.

For those that wish to get more creative with their commute, travelling by bicycle or on foot are both popular and convenient options. Furthermore, apps such as TFL Journey Planner and Citymapper provide easy to use journey planning tools meaning investment of time early on can makes choosing the correct travel route easier than ever. All in all, travel for teachers in London is relatively easy-breezy!

If you’re a trainee teacher in London, don’t forget you can get a 30% discount off adult-rate Travelcards, and bus and tram season tickets with the 18+student Oyster photocard discount.