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Salary guide · South West England

Assistant Principal Salary in South West England

How much does an assistant principal earn in South West England?

Average base salary in South West England

£75,360 per year

per year in South West 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 South West England is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near South West England

Compare average assistant principal pay in South West England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
South East England£80,070 per yearView jobs
South West England This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£75,360 per yearView jobs
Southampton£75,360 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
South Shields£74,575 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in South West England

How much does an assistant principal earn in South West England?

The average salary for an assistant principal in South West 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 South West England a well-paid area for assistant principals?

South West 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 South West England?

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

How can an assistant principal in South West England increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in South West 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 South West England and nationally?

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

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