As you embark from a career in the education sector to a new chapter in retirement, Blue Light Card is here to help you make the most of it. From travel and leisure to home comforts and hobbies, we're delighted to offer access to our exclusive discounts to retired teachers and teaching assistants across the UK, who are eligible for Blue Light Card membership.
Save money on everyday purchases at thousands of retailers, from groceries to clothing and more.
Access members-only events and limited-time promotions.
Enjoy discounts on hotels, holidays, cinema tickets and leisure activities across the UK.
Sign up online in minutes and start accessing your discounts and rewards with Blue Light Card.
Simply complete the personal details form and provide ID such as a pension statement. Our team will then notify you once your membership is approved and ready to use.
Create your Blue Light Card account and verify your email address.
Select the Retired option from the list and tell us about your previous role.
Confirm your eligibility by uploading documents that show you’ve retired from an eligible service.
Pay just £4.99 and enjoy thousands of discounts online and in-store for 2 years.
The guide below outlines everything you need for a successful application.
Upload **one** of the following:
If you don’t have a Teachers’ Pension document, upload:
Your proof can include any of the following:
Below are just a small selection of our Retired Teacher Discounts. Blue Light Card offers our members over 15,000 discounts and benefits at some of the UK's favourite brands and retailers.
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We accept teachers and support staff from schools across the UK, including:
This includes Teaching Assistants (T.A.s) and staff from the accepted schools above.
If you are still not sure if you are eligible, then we'll happily take a look at any proof you can provide to get you onboard!
If you’re retired and part of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, here’s what to upload:
📄 One of the following:
If you don’t have one of the above, upload:
📄 A pension document from any provider
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📁 Proof of 4+ years of relevant employment
Your proof could include:
1️⃣ Two documents dated at least 4 years apart (e.g. P60s or payslips)
2️⃣ A leaver or employment letter with start and end dates
3️⃣ A professional registration record showing your work history or cease date
We only need to see documentation that proves your retired status/former employment to check that you are eligible. When you upload your documentation, we recommend that you redact all information other than your name, pension provider, and if you need to provide supporting evidence of former employment you redact all information other than your name, employer and date.
💡 Not sure if what you have is quite right? That’s okay. These are just examples we’re happy to look at anything that helps show how long you’ve been in service 🙂
A Blue Light Card costs £4.99 for two years, giving you access to thousands of discounts both online and in-store.
Retired teachers can enjoy savings on everyday spend at supermarkets, travel, holidays, restaurants, clothing, tech, home & garden and much more. Sign up to access over 15,000 discounts at the UK's favourite brands and retailers.
Most applications are processed quickly (2-5 days). Once approved, you’ll be able to start using your digital card right away and you’ll receive your physical card by post.
Yes. Many of our partners offer online discount codes that you can redeem straight away, as well as in-store discounts when you show your card.
On average, members could save £3,126 a year with their Blue Light Card.*
*Information correct as of 6 November 2025. Estimated potential annual savings figure is calculated using our top 10% of offers available during September 2024 to August 2025 using an average combined discount rate of 22% across all our savings categories and applying it against the average disposable income of an average Blue Light Card member based on salary. Average salary information from a range of sources available upon request. Average disposable income based on Office of National Statistics data from April 2023 to March 2024 (FYE 2024) for family spending in the UK, excluding categories of spend where no Blue Light Card offers are available.
By joining Blue Light Card, Retired Teachers can unlock access to exclusive discounts, benefits, rewards and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, travel companies and high street brands. From everyday essentials to special treats, we help make your money go further.
Membership also gives you access to members-only offers, seasonal promotions and travel deals, helping you enjoy your retirement to the fullest. We want every retired teacher to feel appreciated and supported, whether you’re planning a holiday, shopping for family, or enjoying some well-earned leisure time.
We are more than just a discount card; we are a community built to thank those who have served others. Whether you spent your career shaping young minds, supporting schools, or helping children reach their potential, you now deserve to enjoy the benefits that come with being part of Blue Light Card.
Because once a teacher, always valued.
*Information correct as of 6 November 2025. Estimated potential annual savings figure is calculated using our top 10% of offers available during September 2024 to August 2025 using an average combined discount rate of 22% across all our savings categories and applying it against the average disposable income of an average Blue Light Card member based on salary. Average salary information from a range of sources available upon request. Average disposable income based on Office of National Statistics data from April 2023 to March 2024 (FYE 2024) for family spending in the UK, excluding categories of spend where no Blue Light Card offers are available.
**Applying a 3.5% discount rate available through our Voucher Shop (selected grocers) against an average weekly grocery spend of £112 based on a survey of 800,000 BLC Members - February 2025).
