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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Average base salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

£60,000 per year

per year in Newcastle upon Tyne · 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 Newcastle upon Tyne is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Newcastle upon Tyne

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Newcastle upon Tyne and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne This location£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£58,750 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Newcastle upon Tyne increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Newcastle upon Tyne 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 upon Tyne and nationally?

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

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