Teacher U3 Salary 2026/27: Pay and Take-Home After Tax
The U3 point on the upper pay range is £52,835 a year in England outside London from 1 September 2026, which is about £3,433 a month after tax and National Insurance.
U3 salary by area
| Area | Salary | Take-home a year | A month | A week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England (excluding London) | £52,835 | £41,202 | £3,433 | £792.34 |
| London fringe | £54,328 | £42,068 | £3,506 | £808.99 |
| Outer London | £58,120 | £44,267 | £3,689 | £851.29 |
| Inner London | £64,684 | £48,074 | £4,006 | £924.50 |
The top of the upper pay range. School leaders and leading practitioners are paid on separate ranges.
These figures are after income tax and National Insurance only. Most public sector staff pay into a pension, which takes a further share of pay. Add your own pension percentage in the take-home pay calculator for a closer figure.
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Source: School Teachers’ Review Body, 36th Report (2026), Appendix F: pay levels recommended for 1 September 2026, a 3.5% uplift that the Government accepted. The final figures are confirmed in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document. See all teacher pay points.
Frequently asked questions
What is the U3 teacher salary from September 2026?
U3 is £52,835 in England outside London, £54,328 in the London fringe, £58,120 in Outer London and £64,684 in Inner London.
How much is U3 after tax?
Outside London you take home about £3,433 a month (£41,202 a year) after income tax and National Insurance, before pension contributions.
How do teachers move up the pay scale?
Pay progression is decided by each school, usually based on an annual appraisal. Teachers on M6 can apply to move to the upper pay range.
Do these figures apply in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland?
No. These are the pay scales for teachers in England. Teachers’ pay in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland is set separately.
Figures are for the 2026/27 tax year from official sources and are estimates for guidance only, not financial or legal advice. Printed from ukanswers.co.uk.