High-paying teaching jobs in Edinburgh

Teaching encompasses the process of imparting knowledge and skills to students in a structured environment. Educators create lesson plans, engage students in discussions, and assess their progress through various methods. Teachers develop skills in communication, patience, and adaptability to meet diverse learning needs.


The 164 teaching jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between £30,895 and £63,425 per year. Early Years Educator, High School Teacher and Elementary School Teacher are among the most popular high-paying roles in Edinburgh.

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Updated Sept 10, 2026
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Edinburgh, SCT
Scotland
Job postings (Edinburgh)

Principal

Edinburgh

£63,425 per year

Scotland

£58,764 per year

Lecturer

Edinburgh

£51,873 per year

Scotland

£48,055 per year

Elementary School Teacher

Edinburgh

£43,927 per year

Scotland

£43,656 per year

Physical Education Teacher

Edinburgh

£43,226 per year

Scotland

£43,655 per year

High School Teacher

Edinburgh

£37,559 per year

Scotland

£41,728 per year

School Principal

Edinburgh

£34,317 per year

Scotland

£63,463 per year

Early Years Educator

Edinburgh

£30,895 per year

Scotland

£30,231 per year

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