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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Shrewsbury

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Shrewsbury?

Average base salary in Shrewsbury

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Shrewsbury

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Shrewsbury and neighbouring areas.

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

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Shrewsbury

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Shrewsbury?

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

Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Shrewsbury increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and nationally?

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

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