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Department for Education Update

19 July 2022

Proposing MP
Braintree
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The minister announces the acceptance of the School Teachers' Review Body's recommendations on pay awards for teachers in 2022/23.

Action Requested

The minister accepts an 8.9% uplift to starting salaries outside London and a 5% pay award for experienced teachers and leaders in 2022/23, aiming to deliver the manifesto commitment of a £30,000 starting salary by September 2024.

Key Facts

  • The STRB's recommendations cover the remit issued in December 2021 for the next two academic years.
  • An 8.9% uplift to starting salaries outside London and a 5% pay award for experienced teachers and leaders are recommended.
  • Funding for this pay award comes from the £7 billion cash increase to core schools’ funding by 2024-25, with a £4 billion increase in 2022-23 compared to 2021-22.
  • A consultation will last for 10 weeks inviting statutory consultees to contribute.
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