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SOC 2319 Teaching and other educational professionals

Teaching professionals n.e.c. Salary

Salary data from ONS ASHE. Some figures may be unavailable due to small sample sizes.

About this role

Teaching professionals n.e.c. plan, deliver and assess teaching to students, developing subject knowledge, skills and capabilities. They create learning environments, track student progress and contribute to curriculum development and departmental activities.

Key responsibilities

  • Planning and delivering lessons, lectures or seminars
  • Assessing student work and providing constructive feedback
  • Developing curriculum content and learning materials
  • Supporting student welfare and pastoral care
  • Engaging in continuing professional development and, in higher education, research

Qualifications and entry routes

School teaching requires a degree plus QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) via PGCE or equivalent. Higher education typically requires a PhD and research track record. FE teaching requires a Level 5 teaching qualification.

Career outlook

Ongoing recruitment challenges, particularly in STEM subjects, languages and special educational needs. Retention is a significant sector concern.

Key skills

Subject expertise Communication and presentation Classroom management Assessment and feedback Adaptability

Common industries

  • Primary education
  • Secondary education
  • Further education
  • Higher education
  • Special educational needs

Data coverage

SOC code 2319
Data source ONS ASHE
Years available 2015–2025
Estimated jobs 45,000

Median Salary

N/A

Mean Salary

£19,495

Jobs (000s)

45k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £5,424P75: £30,387
P10: --P25: £5kMedian: --P75: £30kP90: --

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Nominal growth: +11.2%Real growth: -14.9%