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Assistant Principal Salary in South Yorkshire

How much does an assistant principal earn in South Yorkshire?

Average base salary in South Yorkshire

£75,360 per year

per year in South Yorkshire · 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 Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near South Yorkshire

Compare average assistant principal pay in South Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
South Yorkshire This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
South West England£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
Southport£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in South Yorkshire

How much does an assistant principal earn in South Yorkshire?

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

South Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire?

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

How can an assistant principal in South Yorkshire increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in South Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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