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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Leicestershire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Leicestershire?

Average base salary in Leicestershire

£53,280 per year

per year in Leicestershire · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£45,120 per year£53,280 per year£65,280 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Leicestershire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Leicestershire

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Leicestershire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Leicestershire This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
Leeds£53,280 per yearView jobs
Leicester£53,280 per yearView jobs
Leek£52,725 per yearView jobs
Leigh£52,725 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£52,725 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Leicestershire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Leicestershire?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Leicestershire is £53,280 per year, typically ranging from £45,120 per year to £65,280 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leicestershire a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Leicestershire tends to sit around 4% 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 Leicestershire?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Leicestershire increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Leicestershire it's £53,280 per year — a discount of £2,220 per year versus the UK average.

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