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Assistant Principal Salary in Greater Manchester

How much does an assistant principal earn in Greater Manchester?

Average base salary in Greater Manchester

£77,715 per year

per year in Greater Manchester · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£57,420 per year£77,715 per year£115,830 per year

Assistant Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Assistant Principal pay in Greater Manchester is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near Greater Manchester

Compare average assistant principal pay in Greater Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
Greater London£90,275 per yearView jobs
Greenwich£86,350 per yearView jobs
Greater Manchester This location£77,715 per yearView jobs
Grays£74,575 per yearView jobs
Great Yarmouth£74,575 per yearView jobs
Greenock£74,575 per yearView jobs
Grimsby£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in Greater Manchester

How much does an assistant principal earn in Greater Manchester?

The average salary for an assistant principal in Greater Manchester is £77,715 per year, typically ranging from £57,420 per year to £115,830 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Greater Manchester a well-paid area for assistant principals?

Greater Manchester tends to sit around 1% 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 Greater Manchester?

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

How can an assistant principal in Greater Manchester increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Greater Manchester it's £77,715 per year — a discount of £785 per year versus the UK average.

Assistant Principal jobs in Greater Manchester

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