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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Merseyside

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Merseyside?

Average base salary in Merseyside

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Merseyside

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Merseyside and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Merton£68,750 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Melksham£59,375 per yearView jobs
Melrose£59,375 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£59,375 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£59,375 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£59,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Merseyside

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Merseyside?

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

Merseyside 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 Merseyside?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Merseyside increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Merseyside 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 Merseyside and nationally?

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

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