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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Chesterfield

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Chesterfield?

Average base salary in Chesterfield

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Chesterfield

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Chesterfield and neighbouring areas.

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

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Chesterfield

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Chesterfield?

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

Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Chesterfield increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield and nationally?

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

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