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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Aberdeenshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Aberdeenshire?

Average base salary in Aberdeenshire

£52,170 per year

per year in Aberdeenshire · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£44,180 per year£52,170 per year£63,920 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Aberdeenshire

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Aberdare£52,725 per yearView jobs
Aberystwyth£52,725 per yearView jobs
Aldershot£52,725 per yearView jobs
Alloa£52,725 per yearView jobs
Aberdeenshire This location£52,170 per yearView jobs
Aberdeen£52,170 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Assistant Headteacher get paid in Aberdeenshire?

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Aberdeenshire?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Aberdeenshire is £52,170 per year, typically ranging from £44,180 per year to £63,920 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Aberdeenshire a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Aberdeenshire tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for assistant headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant headteachers in Aberdeenshire?

Live assistant headteacher openings in Aberdeenshire rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an assistant headteacher in Aberdeenshire increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Aberdeenshire typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L1–L18, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between assistant headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Aberdeenshire it's £52,170 per year — a discount of £3,330 per year versus the UK average.

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