The Difference
A Software Developer earns £18,350 more per year before tax. After tax, the difference is £13,212/year or £1,101/month.
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Training and Qualification Comparison
Teacher: 4+ years (degree + PGCE). Average salary: £31,000/year.
Software Developer: 3-4 years (degree) or self-taught/bootcamp. Average salary: £45,000/year.
Pension and Benefits
Teachers typically receive: Teachers' Pension (28.68% employer). Software Developers typically receive: Employer scheme (typically 5-8%). Pension benefits can add 15-30% to the effective value of a salary, making them an important factor when comparing career options. Public sector pensions (NHS, Teachers', Police) are generally more generous than most private sector equivalents.
Which Career Pays More Long-Term?
Software Developers earn approximately £14,000/year more than teachers on average. However, salary should be considered alongside training costs, time to qualification, pension value, and career progression potential. See detailed breakdowns: Teacher salary and Software Developer salary.
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