Death benefits for teacher’s widows, widowers, civil partners, nominated partners and dependants
In the event of the death of a member of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme the person handling their affairs should notify Teachers’ Pensions (new window) immediately of their death. Teachers' Pensions will issue a Bereavement Pack that contains information and application forms to claim benefits from the Teachers’ Pension Scheme. Teachers' Pensions can be contacted at:
Teachers' Pensions
Capita Hartshead
Mowden Hall
Darlington DL3 9EE
Tel: 0845 6066166
Details of the death benefits available under the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and how to claim them can be found on the Teachers’ Pensions (new window) website.
Remember: You should update your death grant nomination details regularly and following any significant change in your personal circumstances such as marriage, divorce or the birth of a child by completing the death grant nomination form (PDF - 63 KB). Most members can submit a version of the nomination form via My Pension Online (new window).
Should you wish to nominate a partner or a financially dependent relative to receive a pension after you die, you should use the appropriate form on the Teachers' Pensions website.
Further Pensions Information
Further advice on specific pension issues is available by clicking the appropriate link in the Further Pensions Information menu on the right hand side of this page.
Members needing further information or assistance should contact the Wales National Centre.
