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Assistant Headteacher Salary in South Yorkshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in South Yorkshire?

Average base salary in South Yorkshire

£53,280 per year

per year in South Yorkshire · 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 South Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near South Yorkshire

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in South Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
South Yorkshire This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
South West England£53,280 per yearView jobs
Southampton£53,280 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
South Shields£52,725 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£52,725 per yearView jobs
Southport£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in South Yorkshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in South Yorkshire?

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

South Yorkshire 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 South Yorkshire?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in South Yorkshire increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in South Yorkshire 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 South Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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