Understand the pay award for 2024-25
The National Joint Council (NJC) pay award for 2024-25 is an increase of £1,290 on each scale point.
This equates to a:
- 5.7% rise for those at the bottom of the pay spine, who currently earn £22,366
- 2.5% rise for those at the top of the pay spine
This will be backdated to 1 April 2024.
You can access a copy of the full pay scales from the national education union (NEU).
London pay scales
The Greater London Provincial Council (GLPC) pay scale, used by many London councils, has been agreed for 2024-25.
Download a copy of the GLPC pay scale from Croydon Council (find it in the 'HR' section, then '2024 GLPC pay scale').
How to apply the pay award
If you're a community or voluntary controlled (VC) school, check your