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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Bedfordshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Bedfordshire?

Average base salary in Bedfordshire

£52,725 per year

per year in Bedfordshire · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£44,650 per year£52,725 per year£64,600 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Bedfordshire is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Bedfordshire

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Bedfordshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Berkshire£57,720 per yearView jobs
Bedfordshire This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Bearsden£52,725 per yearView jobs
Beaumaris£52,725 per yearView jobs
Bedford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Bellshill£52,725 per yearView jobs
Belfast£52,170 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Bedfordshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Bedfordshire?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Bedfordshire is £52,725 per year, typically ranging from £44,650 per year to £64,600 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Bedfordshire a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Bedfordshire tends to sit around 5% 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 Bedfordshire?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Bedfordshire increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Bedfordshire 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 Bedfordshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Bedfordshire it's £52,725 per year — a discount of £2,775 per year versus the UK average.

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