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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Staffordshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Staffordshire?

Average base salary in Staffordshire

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Staffordshire

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Staffordshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Staffordshire This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
St Ives£52,725 per yearView jobs
St Neots£52,725 per yearView jobs
Stafford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Staines-upon-Thames£52,725 per yearView jobs
Stamford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Stevenage£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Staffordshire

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Staffordshire?

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

Staffordshire 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 Staffordshire?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Staffordshire increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Staffordshire 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 Staffordshire and nationally?

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

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