Deputy Headteacher Salary in East Lothian

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

East Lothian tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for deputy headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

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

Deputy Headteachers in East Lothian 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.

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