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Assistant Headteacher Salary in West Lothian

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in West Lothian?

Average base salary in West Lothian

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near West Lothian

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in West Lothian and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
West Midlands£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Lothian This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Welwyn Garden City£52,725 per yearView jobs
West Bromwich£52,725 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in West Lothian

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in West Lothian?

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

West Lothian 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 West Lothian?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in West Lothian increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in West Lothian 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 West Lothian and nationally?

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

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