Salary guide · 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
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.
Compare average assistant principal pay in London and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average assistant principal salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Inner London | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| City of London | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| Westminster | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| Camden | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| London This location | £90,275 per year | View jobs |
| Outer London | £86,350 per year | View jobs |
| London Fringe | £82,425 per year | View jobs |
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.
London pays assistant principals around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership Pay Range.
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Assistant Principals in London typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.
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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