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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Cheltenham

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Cheltenham?

Average base salary in Cheltenham

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Cheltenham

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Cheltenham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Cheltenham This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Ceredigion£52,725 per yearView jobs
Chatham£52,725 per yearView jobs
Chelmsford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£52,725 per yearView jobs
Chesham£52,725 per yearView jobs
Cheshire£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Cheltenham

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Cheltenham?

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

Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Cheltenham increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and nationally?

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

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