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Deputy Headteacher Salary in West Yorkshire

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in West Yorkshire?

Average base salary in West Yorkshire

£60,000 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near West Yorkshire

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

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Westminster£73,750 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire This location£60,000 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£60,000 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£60,000 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£59,375 per yearView jobs
Westbury£59,375 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£59,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in West Yorkshire

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in West Yorkshire?

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

West Yorkshire 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 West Yorkshire?

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

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

Deputy Headteachers in West Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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