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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Dumfries and Galloway

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Dumfries and Galloway?

Average base salary in Dumfries and Galloway

£59,375 per year

per year in Dumfries and Galloway · 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 Dumfries and Galloway is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Dumfries and Galloway

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Dumfries and Galloway and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Dumfries and Galloway This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dudley£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dumbarton£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dumfries£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dundonald£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dunfermline£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dundee£58,750 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Deputy Headteacher get paid in Dumfries and Galloway?

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Dumfries and Galloway

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Dumfries and Galloway?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Dumfries and Galloway increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway and nationally?

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

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