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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Newcastle

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Newcastle?

Average base salary in Newcastle

£58,750 per year

per year in Newcastle · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£48,880 per year£58,750 per year£77,080 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Newcastle is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Newcastle

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Newcastle and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne£60,000 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£59,375 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£59,375 per yearView jobs
Durham£59,375 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£59,375 per yearView jobs
Newcastle This location£58,750 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Newcastle

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Newcastle?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Newcastle is £58,750 per year, typically ranging from £48,880 per year to £77,080 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Newcastle a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Newcastle tends to sit around 6% 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 Newcastle?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Newcastle increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Newcastle 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 Newcastle and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Newcastle it's £58,750 per year — a discount of £3,750 per year versus the UK average.

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