Is deputy headteacher pay in Inner London higher than the UK average?

Yes — deputy headteacher pay in Inner London runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L6–L27.

Which nearby cities pay deputy headteachers more than Inner London?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Inner London" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Inner London

Deputy Headteacher Salary in Inner London

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Inner London?

Average base salary in Inner London

£73,750 per year

per year in Inner London · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£61,360 per year£73,750 per year£96,760 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Inner London is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Inner London

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Inner London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average deputy headteacher salary	Jobs
Inner London This location	£73,750 per year	View jobs
Outer London	£68,750 per year	View jobs
London Fringe	£65,625 per year	View jobs

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

Assistant Head of Sixth Form in Inner London

Average

£65,490 per year

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Assistant Head of Year in Inner London

Average

£65,490 per year

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Assistant Headteacher in Inner London

Average

£65,490 per year

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Assistant Principal in Inner London

Average

£92,630 per year

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Associate Assistant Headteacher in Inner London

Average

£92,630 per year

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Associate Headteacher in Inner London

Average

£92,630 per year

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Inner London

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Inner London?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Inner London is £73,750 per year, typically ranging from £61,360 per year to £96,760 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Inner London a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Inner London pays deputy headteachers around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L6–L27.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy headteachers in Inner London?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Inner London increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Inner London typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L27, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between deputy headteacher pay in Inner London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Inner London it's £73,750 per year — a premium of £11,250 per year versus the UK average.

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