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Deputy Headteacher Salary in South Shields

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near South Shields

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in South Shields and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
South East England£63,750 per yearView jobs
South West England£60,000 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£60,000 per yearView jobs
Southampton£60,000 per yearView jobs
South Shields This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£59,375 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£59,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in South Shields

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in South Shields?

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

South Shields 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 South Shields?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in South Shields increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in South Shields 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 South Shields and nationally?

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

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