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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Aberdeenshire

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Aberdeenshire?

Average base salary in Aberdeenshire

£58,750 per year

per year in Aberdeenshire · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Aberdeenshire

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Aberdare£59,375 per yearView jobs
Aberystwyth£59,375 per yearView jobs
Aldershot£59,375 per yearView jobs
Alloa£59,375 per yearView jobs
Aberdeenshire This location£58,750 per yearView jobs
Aberdeen£58,750 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Aberdeenshire?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Aberdeenshire 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 Aberdeenshire a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire deputy headteachers in Aberdeenshire?

Live deputy headteacher openings in Aberdeenshire rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a deputy headteacher in Aberdeenshire increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Aberdeenshire typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L27, 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 headteacher pay in Aberdeenshire and nationally?

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

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