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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Sunderland

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Sunderland?

Average base salary in Sunderland

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Sunderland

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Sunderland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Sutton£61,050 per yearView jobs
Surrey£57,720 per yearView jobs
Sunderland This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Stroud£52,725 per yearView jobs
Sudbury£52,725 per yearView jobs
Suffolk£52,725 per yearView jobs
Sutton Coldfield£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Sunderland

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Sunderland?

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

Sunderland 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 Sunderland?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Sunderland increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Sunderland 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 Sunderland and nationally?

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

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