How do I find my teachers pension?
Frequently Asked Question 3: I don't know my Teachers' Pensions Reference number, how can I find this?
- Ask your employer – they'll hold a record of your individual DfE number.
- Check any correspondence – we'll have used this number in any previous communications.
- Call us on 0345 606 6166 and verify your identity.
How do I log into my pension account?
Login Instruction
- Enter valid User Name.
- Enter valid Password.
- Enter Security Code.
- Click on Login Button.
Can I take my teachers pension at 55?
If you're aged 55 or over, but have not reached your Normal Pension Age (NPA), Premature Retirement allows you to take your accrued pension benefits without a reduction.
What is the average teachers pension UK?
How much your annual pension as a teacher will be is calculated by multiplying your average salary by your years of service, then dividing it by 80. That means for a teacher employed full time and retiring when they are 60 with an average salary of £30,000, your pension will be £30,000 x 25 / 80 = £9,375 per annum.
Is it worth buying additional teachers pension?
As the scheme is regarded as being generous, it is a good idea to buy extra, which is a means of reducing the fraction from 1/57th by as many years that you purchase.