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Assistant Principal Salary in Birmingham

How much does an assistant principal earn in Birmingham?

Average base salary in Birmingham

£76,930 per year

per year in Birmingham · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£56,840 per year£76,930 per year£114,660 per year

Assistant Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Assistant Principal pay in Birmingham is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near Birmingham

Compare average assistant principal pay in Birmingham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
Birmingham This location£76,930 per yearView jobs
Leicester£75,360 per yearView jobs
Nottingham£75,360 per yearView jobs
Wolverhampton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Coventry£74,575 per yearView jobs
Walsall£74,575 per yearView jobs
Solihull£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in Birmingham

How much does an assistant principal earn in Birmingham?

The average salary for an assistant principal in Birmingham is £76,930 per year, typically ranging from £56,840 per year to £114,660 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Birmingham a well-paid area for assistant principals?

Birmingham tends to sit around 2% below the UK average for assistant principals. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant principals in Birmingham?

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

How can an assistant principal in Birmingham increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in Birmingham typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, 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 principal pay in Birmingham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Birmingham it's £76,930 per year — a discount of £1,570 per year versus the UK average.

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