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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Canterbury

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Canterbury?

Average base salary in Canterbury

£52,725 per year

per year in Canterbury · 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 Canterbury is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Canterbury

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Canterbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Camden£65,490 per yearView jobs
Cardiff£54,945 per yearView jobs
Canterbury This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Campbeltown£52,725 per yearView jobs
Cannock£52,725 per yearView jobs
Cardigan£52,725 per yearView jobs
Carlisle£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Canterbury

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Canterbury?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Canterbury 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 Canterbury a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Canterbury 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 Canterbury?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Canterbury increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Canterbury 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 Canterbury and nationally?

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

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