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Teachers Life Insurance

Complete 2026 guide to life insurance for teachers. While the Teachers' Pension Scheme provides death in service benefits (3x annual salary), this may not be enough to cover mortgage balance, years of living expenses, childcare costs, and education expenses for your family. Teaching is a standard-risk occupation - no premium loading means teachers pay same rates as office workers based solely on age, health, and smoking status. Personal life insurance tops up pension benefits and crucially continues even if you leave teaching. Compare 50+ UK providers through LifePro from just 20p-a-day. Available for permanent teachers, supply teachers, and all teaching roles.

By: Lorna Bailey Protection Expert Updated: 1st January 2026

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How much life insurance do you need?

Use this handy calculator to discover much life insurance you may need as a teacher. Simply enter the costs you would like your policy to cover. Don't forget to input your death in service benefit as this could reduce your sum assured.

The amount of life insurance you need depends on your financial obligations and what you want to provide for your loved ones. A common rule of thumb is to have cover worth 10 times your annual salary, though your individual circumstances may require more or less.

Consider the following when calculating your life insurance needs:

  • Outstanding mortgage balance
  • Other debts and loans
  • Income replacement for your family (typically 5-10 years of salary)
  • Children's education costs
  • Funeral expenses (typically £4,000-£10,000)
  • Any specific financial goals for your dependents

For example, if you have a £200,000 mortgage, earn £40,000 per year, and want to provide 10 years of income replacement, you might need around £600,000 of cover (£200,000 + (£40,000 × 10)).

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What's the best life insurance for teachers?

There are many life insurance options available, the best one for teachers will depend on individual needs and circumstances.

The options available to you include:

Frequently Asked Questions

Do teachers get death in service benefits?

Yes, teachers contributing to the Teachers' Pension Scheme receive death in service benefits. If you die in service, your beneficiaries receive a lump sum of 3x your annual salary (before deductions). However, this may not be enough to cover all family expenses, which is why personal life insurance is recommended to top up this benefit.

How much does life insurance cost for teachers?

Teaching is a standard-risk occupation, so premiums are based on typical factors: age, health, smoking status, and cover amount. Example: A 35-year-old teacher non-smoker might pay £10-15/month for £200,000 cover over 25 years. A 45-year-old might pay £15-25/month. Being a teacher doesn't increase premiums - you'll get standard rates.

Should I get life insurance if I have Teachers' Pension death benefits?

Yes, personal life insurance is still recommended. Teachers' Pension death in service (3x salary) may not cover: Full mortgage balance (average £138,000), Years of living expenses for family, Childcare costs until independence, Education costs, Inheritance for children. Personal life insurance ensures comprehensive coverage beyond the pension scheme's basic provision.

What type of life insurance is best for teachers?

Depends on what you're protecting: Level term - Most common, fixed payout ideal for mortgage + family income. Decreasing term - Cheaper, tracks reducing mortgage balance. Family income benefit - Monthly payments instead of lump sum, 20-40% cheaper. Joint life - Covers you and partner on one policy. Most teachers choose level term for maximum flexibility and to supplement Teachers' Pension death benefits.

Can supply teachers get life insurance?

Yes, absolutely. Supply teachers can get the same life insurance policies as full-time teachers. Your employment status (permanent, supply, part-time) doesn't affect premiums or eligibility. You'll need to state your occupation (teacher) and income level. Premiums are based on standard factors (age, health, smoking), not job stability. Cover remains valid even if you change schools or employment status.

Do I need life insurance during school holidays?

Your life insurance covers you 365 days a year, including school holidays, weekends, and any career breaks. It's not tied to your working days or term-time schedule. If you die at any time during the policy term (whether during term-time, holidays, or after leaving teaching), your beneficiaries receive the full payout. This is a key advantage over employment-based death in service benefits.

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