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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Brighton and Hove

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Brighton and Hove?

Average base salary in Brighton and Hove

£57,720 per year

per year in Brighton and Hove · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£48,880 per year£57,720 per year£70,720 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Brighton and Hove is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Brighton and Hove

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Brighton and Hove and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Bromley£61,050 per yearView jobs
Brighton and Hove This location£57,720 per yearView jobs
Brighton£57,720 per yearView jobs
Bristol£55,500 per yearView jobs
Bridport£52,725 per yearView jobs
Brighouse£52,725 per yearView jobs
Bromsgrove£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Brighton and Hove

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Brighton and Hove?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Brighton and Hove is £57,720 per year, typically ranging from £48,880 per year to £70,720 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Brighton and Hove a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Brighton and Hove pays assistant headteachers around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L1–L18.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant headteachers in Brighton and Hove?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Brighton and Hove increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Brighton and Hove typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L1–L18, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

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

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Brighton and Hove it's £57,720 per year — a premium of £2,220 per year versus the UK average.

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