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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Sunderland

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Sunderland?

Average base salary in Sunderland

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Sunderland

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Sunderland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Sutton£68,750 per yearView jobs
Surrey£65,000 per yearView jobs
Sunderland This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Stroud£59,375 per yearView jobs
Sudbury£59,375 per yearView jobs
Suffolk£59,375 per yearView jobs
Sutton Coldfield£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Sunderland

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Sunderland?

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

Sunderland 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 Sunderland?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Sunderland increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Sunderland 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 Sunderland and nationally?

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

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