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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Chester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Chester?

Average base salary in Chester

£59,375 per year

per year in Chester · 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 Chester is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Chester

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Chester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Chester This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chesham£59,375 per yearView jobs
Cheshire£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chesterfield£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chichester£59,375 per yearView jobs
Chippenham£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Chester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Chester?

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

Chester 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 Chester?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Chester increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Chester 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 Chester and nationally?

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

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