Calculate your teacher take-home pay by pay point (M1–U3 and Leadership), including TPS pension contributions, TLR allowances, London supplement and student loan.
Select your pay point
Choose your current pay point from M1 to Leadership. If unsure, check your contract or pay statement.
Add London supplement
Select your location supplement if you work in Inner, Outer London or the Fringe area.
Add TLR or SEN allowance
If you hold a Teaching and Learning Responsibility or SEN allowance, select it from the dropdown.
Select student loan
Most teachers who trained post-2012 are on Plan 2; those who started after August 2023 are on Plan 5.
Review your take-home
See annual and monthly take-home after TPS, Income Tax, NI and student loan deductions.
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Disclaimer: All results are estimates for guidance only and do not constitute financial, tax or legal advice. Always consult a qualified professional.