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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Brighton

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Brighton?

Average base salary in Brighton

£65,000 per year

per year in Brighton · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£54,080 per year£65,000 per year£85,280 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Brighton is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Brighton

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Brighton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Bromley£68,750 per yearView jobs
Brighton This location£65,000 per yearView jobs
Brighton and Hove£65,000 per yearView jobs
Bristol£62,500 per yearView jobs
Bridlington£59,375 per yearView jobs
Bridport£59,375 per yearView jobs
Brighouse£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Brighton

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Brighton?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Brighton is £65,000 per year, typically ranging from £54,080 per year to £85,280 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Brighton a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Brighton pays deputy headteachers around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L6–L27.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy headteachers in Brighton?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Brighton increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Brighton typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L27, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between deputy headteacher pay in Brighton and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Brighton it's £65,000 per year — a premium of £2,500 per year versus the UK average.

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