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Assistant Principal Salary in Burnley

How much does an assistant principal earn in Burnley?

Average base salary in Burnley

£74,575 per year

per year in Burnley · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,100 per year£74,575 per year£111,150 per year

Assistant Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Assistant Principal pay in Burnley is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near Burnley

Compare average assistant principal pay in Burnley and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
Buckinghamshire£81,640 per yearView jobs
Burnley This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Buckingham£74,575 per yearView jobs
Builth Wells£74,575 per yearView jobs
Burton upon Trent£74,575 per yearView jobs
Bury£74,575 per yearView jobs
Bury St Edmunds£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in Burnley

How much does an assistant principal earn in Burnley?

The average salary for an assistant principal in Burnley is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Burnley a well-paid area for assistant principals?

Burnley tends to sit around 5% 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 Burnley?

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

How can an assistant principal in Burnley increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in Burnley 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 Burnley and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Burnley it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.

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