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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£61,875 per year

per year in Edinburgh · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£51,480 per year£61,875 per year£81,180 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Edinburgh

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£61,875 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£61,875 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£59,375 per yearView jobs
Livingston£59,375 per yearView jobs
Stirling£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dundee£58,750 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Edinburgh

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Edinburgh is £61,875 per year, typically ranging from £51,480 per year to £81,180 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% 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 Edinburgh?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £61,875 per year — a discount of £625 per year versus the UK average.

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