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Assistant Principal Salary in St Helens

How much does an assistant principal earn in St Helens?

Average base salary in St Helens

£74,575 per year

per year in St Helens · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,100 per year£74,575 per year£111,150 per year

Assistant Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Assistant Principal pay in St Helens is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant principals near St Helens

Compare average assistant principal pay in St Helens and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant principal salaryJobs
St Helens This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
St Asaph£74,575 per yearView jobs
St Austell£74,575 per yearView jobs
St Davids£74,575 per yearView jobs
St Ives£74,575 per yearView jobs
St Neots£74,575 per yearView jobs
Stafford£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant principal pay in St Helens

How much does an assistant principal earn in St Helens?

The average salary for an assistant principal in St Helens is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is St Helens a well-paid area for assistant principals?

St Helens tends to sit around 5% 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 St Helens?

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

How can an assistant principal in St Helens increase their salary?

Assistant Principals in St Helens 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 St Helens and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In St Helens it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.

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