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Deputy Headteacher Salary in West Lothian

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in West Lothian?

Average base salary in West Lothian

£59,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near West Lothian

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in West Lothian and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
West Midlands£60,000 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£60,000 per yearView jobs
West Lothian This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Welwyn Garden City£59,375 per yearView jobs
West Bromwich£59,375 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£59,375 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£59,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in West Lothian

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in West Lothian?

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

West Lothian 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 West Lothian?

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

How can a deputy headteacher in West Lothian increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in West Lothian 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 West Lothian and nationally?

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

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