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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Cheltenham

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Cheltenham?

Average base salary in Cheltenham

£59,375 per year

per year in Cheltenham · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£49,400 per year£59,375 per year£77,900 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Cheltenham is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Cheltenham

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Cheltenham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Cheltenham This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Ceredigion£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chatham£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chelmsford£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chesham£59,375 per yearView jobs
Cheshire£59,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Cheltenham

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Cheltenham?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Cheltenham is £59,375 per year, typically ranging from £49,400 per year to £77,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Cheltenham a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Cheltenham tends to sit around 5% 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 Cheltenham?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Cheltenham increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Cheltenham it's £59,375 per year — a discount of £3,125 per year versus the UK average.

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