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Assistant Principal Salary in Brighton

How much does an assistant principal earn in Brighton?

Average base salary in Brighton

£81,640 per year

per year in Brighton · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£60,320 per year£81,640 per year£121,680 per year

Assistant Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Assistant Principal pay in Brighton is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near Brighton

Compare average assistant principal pay in Brighton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
Bromley£86,350 per yearView jobs
Brighton This location£81,640 per yearView jobs
Brighton and Hove£81,640 per yearView jobs
Bristol£78,500 per yearView jobs
Bridlington£74,575 per yearView jobs
Bridport£74,575 per yearView jobs
Brighouse£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in Brighton

How much does an assistant principal earn in Brighton?

The average salary for an assistant principal in Brighton is £81,640 per year, typically ranging from £60,320 per year to £121,680 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Brighton a well-paid area for assistant principals?

Brighton pays assistant principals around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership Pay Range.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant principals in Brighton?

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

How can an assistant principal in Brighton increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in Brighton typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between assistant principal pay in Brighton and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Brighton it's £81,640 per year — a premium of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

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