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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Greater Manchester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Greater Manchester?

Average base salary in Greater Manchester

£61,875 per year

per year in Greater Manchester · 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 Greater Manchester is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Greater Manchester

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Greater Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Greater London£71,875 per yearView jobs
Greenwich£68,750 per yearView jobs
Greater Manchester This location£61,875 per yearView jobs
Grays£59,375 per yearView jobs
Great Yarmouth£59,375 per yearView jobs
Greenock£59,375 per yearView jobs
Grimsby£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Greater Manchester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Greater Manchester?

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

Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Greater Manchester increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Greater Manchester 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 Greater Manchester and nationally?

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

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