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Deputy Head Academic Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a deputy head academic earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£58,750 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£48,880 per year£58,750 per year£77,080 per year

Deputy Head Academic roles are senior leadership posts, usually paid on the leadership scale with local variation by school size and responsibility. Deputy Head Academic pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy head academics near Northern Ireland

Compare average deputy head academic pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy head academic salaryJobs
Northallerton£59,375 per yearView jobs
Northampton£59,375 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£59,375 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£59,375 per yearView jobs
Northwich£59,375 per yearView jobs
Norwich£59,375 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£58,750 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Deputy Head Academic get paid in Northern Ireland?

Frequently asked questions about deputy head academic pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a deputy head academic earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a deputy head academic in Northern Ireland is £58,750 per year, typically ranging from £48,880 per year to £77,080 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for deputy head academics?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for deputy head academics. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy head academics in Northern Ireland?

Live deputy head academic openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a deputy head academic in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Deputy Head Academics in Northern Ireland 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 deputy head academic pay in Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £58,750 per year — a discount of £3,750 per year versus the UK average.

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