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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Birmingham

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Birmingham?

Average base salary in Birmingham

£61,250 per year

per year in Birmingham · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£50,960 per year£61,250 per year£80,360 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Birmingham is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Birmingham

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Birmingham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Birmingham This location£61,250 per yearView jobs
Leicester£60,000 per yearView jobs
Nottingham£60,000 per yearView jobs
Wolverhampton£59,375 per yearView jobs
Coventry£59,375 per yearView jobs
Walsall£59,375 per yearView jobs
Solihull£59,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Deputy Headteacher get paid in Birmingham?

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Birmingham

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Birmingham?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Birmingham is £61,250 per year, typically ranging from £50,960 per year to £80,360 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Birmingham a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Birmingham tends to sit around 2% 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 Birmingham?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Birmingham increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Birmingham 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 Birmingham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Birmingham it's £61,250 per year — a discount of £1,250 per year versus the UK average.

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