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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Gateshead

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Gateshead?

Average base salary in Gateshead

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Gateshead

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Gateshead and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Glasgow£54,945 per yearView jobs
Gateshead This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Frome£52,725 per yearView jobs
Gainsborough£52,725 per yearView jobs
Galashiels£52,725 per yearView jobs
Gillingham£52,725 per yearView jobs
Girvan£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Gateshead

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Gateshead?

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

Gateshead 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 Gateshead?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Gateshead increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Gateshead 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 Gateshead and nationally?

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

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