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Assistant Headteacher Salary in West Midlands (county)

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in West Midlands (county)?

Average base salary in West Midlands (county)

£53,280 per year

per year in West Midlands (county) · 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 West Midlands (county) is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near West Midlands (county)

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in West Midlands (county) and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
West Midlands (county) This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£52,725 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£52,725 per yearView jobs
Westbury£52,725 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Assistant Headteacher get paid in West Midlands (county)?

Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in West Midlands (county)

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in West Midlands (county)?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in West Midlands (county) 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 West Midlands (county) a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

West Midlands (county) 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 West Midlands (county)?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in West Midlands (county) increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in West Midlands (county) 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 Midlands (county) and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In West Midlands (county) it's £53,280 per year — a discount of £2,220 per year versus the UK average.

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