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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Leeds

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£60,000 per year

per year in Leeds · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£49,920 per year£60,000 per year£78,720 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Leeds

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Manchester£61,250 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£60,000 per yearView jobs
York£60,000 per yearView jobs
Bradford£59,375 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£59,375 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£59,375 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£58,750 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Leeds

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Leeds is £60,000 per year, typically ranging from £49,920 per year to £78,720 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% 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 Leeds?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Leeds increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Leeds 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 Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Leeds it's £60,000 per year — a discount of £2,500 per year versus the UK average.

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