10 things we learned from DfE teacher pay evidence

10 Key Findings from DfE's Teacher Pay Evidence

The Department for Education (DfE) has published its evidence to the School Teachers' Review Body, outlining its stance on teacher pay for 2026-27, 2027-28, and 2028-29.

The government suggests that schools can make savings by adjusting the composition of leadership teams and the deployment of support staff.

The DfE also highlights "opportunities to drive value for money" in academy CEO pay, with data on executive pay added to its school financial benchmarking tool for the first time.

A proposed 6.5 per cent pay rise over the next three years is considered "appropriate" by the DfE.

The Department for Education believes schools can find savings through adjusting the make-up of leadership teams and deployment of support staff.

Author's summary: DfE proposes a 6.5% teacher pay rise.

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