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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Preston

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Preston?

Average base salary in Preston

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Preston

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Preston and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Preston This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Portstewart£59,375 per yearView jobs
Powys£59,375 per yearView jobs
Prestatyn£59,375 per yearView jobs
Prestwich£59,375 per yearView jobs
Prestwick£59,375 per yearView jobs
Pwllheli£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Preston

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Preston?

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

Preston 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 Preston?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Preston increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Preston 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 Preston and nationally?

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

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