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Assistant Headteacher Salary in Westminster

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Westminster?

Average base salary in Westminster

£65,490 per year

per year in Westminster · STPCD Leadership L1–L18

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,460 per year£65,490 per year£80,240 per year

Senior leader with a defined portfolio (curriculum, behaviour, inclusion, pastoral). Assistant Headteacher pay in Westminster is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for assistant headteachers near Westminster

Compare average assistant headteacher pay in Westminster and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant headteacher salaryJobs
Westminster This location£65,490 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£53,280 per yearView jobs
Westbury£52,725 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£52,725 per yearView jobs
Weston-super-Mare£52,725 per yearView jobs
Wetherby£52,725 per yearView jobs
Weymouth£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant headteacher pay in Westminster

How much does an assistant headteacher earn in Westminster?

The average salary for an assistant headteacher in Westminster is £65,490 per year, typically ranging from £55,460 per year to £80,240 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Westminster a well-paid area for assistant headteachers?

Westminster pays assistant headteachers around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L1–L18.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant headteachers in Westminster?

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

How can an assistant headteacher in Westminster increase their salary?

Assistant Headteachers in Westminster typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L1–L18, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between assistant headteacher pay in Westminster and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Westminster it's £65,490 per year — a premium of £9,990 per year versus the UK average.

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