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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Shetland Islands

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Shetland Islands?

Average base salary in Shetland Islands

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Shetland Islands

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Shetland Islands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Shetland Islands This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Shaftesbury£59,375 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£59,375 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£59,375 per yearView jobs
Shipley£59,375 per yearView jobs
Shrewsbury£59,375 per yearView jobs
Shropshire£59,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Shetland Islands

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Shetland Islands?

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

Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Shetland Islands increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands and nationally?

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

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