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Assistant Principal Salary in London

How much does an assistant principal earn in London?

Average base salary in London

£90,275 per year

per year in London · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£66,700 per year£90,275 per year£134,550 per year

Assistant Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Assistant Principal pay in London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near London

Compare average assistant principal pay in London and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
Inner London£92,630 per yearView jobs
City of London£92,630 per yearView jobs
Westminster£92,630 per yearView jobs
Camden£92,630 per yearView jobs
London This location£90,275 per yearView jobs
Outer London£86,350 per yearView jobs
London Fringe£82,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in London

How much does an assistant principal earn in London?

The average salary for an assistant principal in London is £90,275 per year, typically ranging from £66,700 per year to £134,550 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is London a well-paid area for assistant principals?

London pays assistant principals around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership Pay Range.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant principals in London?

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

How can an assistant principal in London increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in London 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 London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In London it's £90,275 per year — a premium of £11,775 per year versus the UK average.

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