Assistant Headteacher Salary in West Sussex

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in West Sussex is £52,725 per year, typically ranging from £44,650 per year to £64,600 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

West Sussex tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for assistant headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

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

Assistant Headteachers in West Sussex 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.

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