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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Inner London

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Inner London?

Average base salary in Inner London

£65,490 per year

per year in Inner London · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,460 per year£65,490 per year£80,240 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Inner London is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Inner London

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Inner London and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Inner London This location£65,490 per yearView jobs
Outer London£61,050 per yearView jobs
London Fringe£58,275 per yearView jobs

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

Assistant Head of Sixth Form in Inner London

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£65,490 per year

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Assistant Head of Year in Inner London

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£65,490 per year

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Assistant Principal in Inner London

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£92,630 per year

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Associate Assistant Headteacher in Inner London

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£92,630 per year

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Associate Headteacher in Inner London

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£92,630 per year

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Chief Executive Officer in Inner London

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£135,700 per year

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Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Inner London

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Inner London?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Inner London is £65,490 per year, typically ranging from £55,460 per year to £80,240 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Inner London a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Inner London pays assistant headteachers around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L1–L18.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant headteachers in Inner London?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Inner London increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Inner London 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 Inner London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Inner London it's £65,490 per year — a premium of £9,990 per year versus the UK average.

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