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Teacher Workforce
22 May 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses steps taken by the government to recruit additional expert teachers and improve teacher retention through a 4% pay increase starting in September.
Action Requested
The minister announces a 4% pay increase for school teachers from September, part of an ongoing effort to attract and retain more than 6,500 new secondary and special school teachers over the parliament term. Additionally, £615 million is provided to schools and colleges in financial year 2025-26 to cover increased staff costs.
Key Facts
- The government pledges to recruit an additional 6,500 expert teachers across secondary and special schools and colleges.
- A pay award of 4% for school teachers starting September will provide a competitive salary of almost £33,000.
- £615m in funding is allocated to support schools with the costs of staff pay awards.
- An additional £160m investment is announced for colleges and other 16 to 19 providers to address recruitment challenges.
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