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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Rochester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Rochester?

Average base salary in Rochester

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Rochester

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Rochester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Rochester This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Rickmansworth£59,375 per yearView jobs
Ripon£59,375 per yearView jobs
Rochdale£59,375 per yearView jobs
Romford£59,375 per yearView jobs
Romsey£59,375 per yearView jobs
Ross-on-Wye£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Rochester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Rochester?

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

Rochester 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 Rochester?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Rochester increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Rochester 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 Rochester and nationally?

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

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