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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Southwark

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Southwark?

Average base salary in Southwark

£65,490 per year

per year in Southwark · 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 Southwark is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Southwark

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Southwark and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Southwark This location£65,490 per yearView jobs
St Albans£57,720 per yearView jobs
Southampton£53,280 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£52,725 per yearView jobs
Southport£52,725 per yearView jobs
Spalding£52,725 per yearView jobs
St Andrews£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Southwark

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Southwark?

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

Southwark 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 Southwark?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Southwark increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Southwark 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 Southwark and nationally?

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

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