IFS: How big is the teacher pay offer in England?

Tuesday, 2 May 2023 09:54

IFS: How big is the teacher pay offer in England? In March 2023, the government increased its average pay offer to teachers in England from 3.5% to 4.5%, plus a one-off bonus of £1,000. This offer was rejected by teaching unions and many teachers are on strike today. In this short briefing, we analyse the offer made by the government, the extra funding available, and how it affects the long-term picture on school funding and teacher salaries. The government’s updated...Request free trial