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Assistant Principal Salary in North East England

How much does an assistant principal earn in North East England?

Average base salary in North East England

£75,360 per year

per year in North East England · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,680 per year£75,360 per year£112,320 per year

Assistant Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Assistant Principal pay in North East England is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near North East England

Compare average assistant principal pay in North East England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
North East England This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
North West England£75,360 per yearView jobs
North Yorkshire£75,360 per yearView jobs
Newtownards£74,575 per yearView jobs
Norfolk£74,575 per yearView jobs
North Ayrshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
North Lanarkshire£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in North East England

How much does an assistant principal earn in North East England?

The average salary for an assistant principal in North East England is £75,360 per year, typically ranging from £55,680 per year to £112,320 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is North East England a well-paid area for assistant principals?

North East England tends to sit around 4% 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 North East England?

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

How can an assistant principal in North East England increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in North East England 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 North East England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In North East England it's £75,360 per year — a discount of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

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