Average Primary education teaching professionals Salary in the UK
ONS ASHE 2025 data — by region
UK Median
£42,031
National average
UK Mean
£40,396
National average
Hourly Rate
£28.78
Median
Jobs
400
UK total
Primary education teaching professionals Salary by Region
| Region | Median | Mean | vs UK Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £46,739 | £42,458 | +£4,708 (11.2% above) |
| London | £46,393 | £46,164 | +£4,362 (10.4% above) |
| Wales | £46,291 | £42,836 | +£4,260 (10.1% above) |
| North East | £41,654 | £40,651 | -£377 (0.9% below) |
| North West | £41,408 | £40,528 | -£623 (1.5% below) |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £40,071 | £38,830 | -£1,960 (4.7% below) |
| East | £39,822 | £37,777 | -£2,209 (5.3% below) |
| West Midlands | £39,525 | £38,245 | -£2,506 (6.0% below) |
| South East | £38,792 | £38,259 | -£3,239 (7.7% below) |
| South West | £37,841 | £36,203 | -£4,190 (10.0% below) |
| East Midlands | £35,470 | £36,504 | -£6,561 (15.6% below) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average primary education teaching professionals salary in the UK?
The median primary education teaching professionals salary in the UK is £42,031 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is £40,396, which is higher due to top earners.
What is the typical hourly rate for primary education teaching professionals in the UK?
The median hourly rate for primary education teaching professionals in the UK is £28.78, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data.
Which part of the UK pays the most for primary education teaching professionals?
The Scotland offers the highest median salary for primary education teaching professionals at £46,739 per year. London and the South East consistently rank among the highest-paying regions for most occupations.
How many primary education teaching professionals are there in the UK?
According to ONS ASHE 2025, there are approximately 400 primary education teaching professionals employed in the UK.
About this data
All figures are based on the Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025 data published by the Office for National Statistics. Read our methodology.