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Deputy Headteacher Salary in South West England

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in South West England?

Average base salary in South West England

£60,000 per year

per year in South West England · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£49,920 per year£60,000 per year£78,720 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in South West England is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near South West England

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in South West England and neighbouring areas.

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

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in South West England

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in South West England?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in South West England is £60,000 per year, typically ranging from £49,920 per year to £78,720 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is South West England a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

South West England tends to sit around 4% 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 West England?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in South West England increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in South West England 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 West England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In South West England it's £60,000 per year — a discount of £2,500 per year versus the UK average.

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