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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Lerwick

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Lerwick?

Average base salary in Lerwick

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Lerwick

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Lerwick and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Lewisham£65,490 per yearView jobs
Leicester£53,280 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£53,280 per yearView jobs
Lerwick This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Leigh£52,725 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£52,725 per yearView jobs
Lewes£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Lerwick

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Lerwick?

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

Lerwick 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 Lerwick?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Lerwick increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Lerwick 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 Lerwick and nationally?

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

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