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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Gateshead

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Gateshead?

Average base salary in Gateshead

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Gateshead

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Gateshead and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Glasgow£61,875 per yearView jobs
Gateshead This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Frome£59,375 per yearView jobs
Gainsborough£59,375 per yearView jobs
Galashiels£59,375 per yearView jobs
Gillingham£59,375 per yearView jobs
Girvan£59,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Gateshead

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Gateshead?

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

Gateshead 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 Gateshead?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Gateshead increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Gateshead 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 Gateshead and nationally?

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

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