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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Hertfordshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Hertfordshire?

Average base salary in Hertfordshire

£57,720 per year

per year in Hertfordshire · 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 Hertfordshire is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Hertfordshire

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Hertfordshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Hertfordshire This location£57,720 per yearView jobs
Hereford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Herefordshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
Hertford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Hexham£52,725 per yearView jobs
High Wycombe£52,725 per yearView jobs
Highland£52,170 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Hertfordshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Hertfordshire?

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

Hertfordshire 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 Hertfordshire?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Hertfordshire increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Hertfordshire 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 Hertfordshire and nationally?

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

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