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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Southampton

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£60,000 per year

per year in Southampton · 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 Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Southampton

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Southwark£73,750 per yearView jobs
Southampton This location£60,000 per yearView jobs
South West England£60,000 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£60,000 per yearView jobs
South Shields£59,375 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£59,375 per yearView jobs
Southport£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Southampton

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Southampton?

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

Southampton 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 Southampton?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Southampton increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

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

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