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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Birmingham

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Birmingham?

Average base salary in Birmingham

£54,390 per year

per year in Birmingham · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£46,060 per year£54,390 per year£66,640 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Birmingham is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Birmingham

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Birmingham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Birmingham This location£54,390 per yearView jobs
Leicester£53,280 per yearView jobs
Nottingham£53,280 per yearView jobs
Wolverhampton£52,725 per yearView jobs
Coventry£52,725 per yearView jobs
Walsall£52,725 per yearView jobs
Solihull£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Birmingham

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Birmingham?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Birmingham is £54,390 per year, typically ranging from £46,060 per year to £66,640 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Birmingham a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Birmingham tends to sit around 2% 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 Birmingham?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Birmingham increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Birmingham 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 Birmingham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Birmingham it's £54,390 per year — a discount of £1,110 per year versus the UK average.

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