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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Manchester

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Manchester?

Average base salary in Manchester

£54,390 per year

per year in Manchester · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£46,060 per year£54,390 per year£66,640 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Manchester is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Assistant Headteacher job openings in Manchester

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Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Manchester

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Manchester This location£54,390 per yearView jobs
Leeds£53,280 per yearView jobs
Liverpool£52,725 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£52,725 per yearView jobs
Stockport£52,725 per yearView jobs
Bolton£52,725 per yearView jobs
Salford£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Manchester

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Manchester?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Manchester is £54,390 per year, typically ranging from £46,060 per year to £66,640 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Manchester a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Manchester tends to sit around 2% 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 Manchester?

There are currently 1 live assistant headteacher opening in Manchester on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can an assistant headteacher in Manchester increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Manchester 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 Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Manchester it's £54,390 per year — a discount of £1,110 per year versus the UK average.

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