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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Waltham Forest

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Waltham Forest?

Average base salary in Waltham Forest

£68,750 per year

per year in Waltham Forest · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£57,200 per year£68,750 per year£90,200 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Waltham Forest is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Waltham Forest

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Waltham Forest and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Wandsworth£73,750 per yearView jobs
Waltham Forest This location£68,750 per yearView jobs
Wallingford£59,375 per yearView jobs
Walsall£59,375 per yearView jobs
Waltham Abbey£59,375 per yearView jobs
Wantage£59,375 per yearView jobs
Ware£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Waltham Forest

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Waltham Forest?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Waltham Forest is £68,750 per year, typically ranging from £57,200 per year to £90,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Waltham Forest a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Waltham Forest pays deputy headteachers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L6–L27.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy headteachers in Waltham Forest?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in Waltham Forest increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Waltham Forest typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L27, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between deputy headteacher pay in Waltham Forest and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Waltham Forest it's £68,750 per year — a premium of £6,250 per year versus the UK average.

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