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Deputy Principal Salary in Cambridge

How much does a deputy principal earn in Cambridge?

Average base salary in Cambridge

£81,640 per year

per year in Cambridge · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£60,320 per year£81,640 per year£121,680 per year

Deputy Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Deputy Principal pay in Cambridge is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for deputy principals near Cambridge

Compare average deputy principal pay in Cambridge and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy principal salaryJobs
Camden£92,630 per yearView jobs
Cambridge This location£81,640 per yearView jobs
Cambridgeshire£81,640 per yearView jobs
Caerphilly£74,575 per yearView jobs
Callander£74,575 per yearView jobs
Camberley£74,575 per yearView jobs
Cambuslang£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy principal pay in Cambridge

How much does a deputy principal earn in Cambridge?

The average salary for a deputy principal in Cambridge is £81,640 per year, typically ranging from £60,320 per year to £121,680 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Cambridge a well-paid area for deputy principals?

Cambridge pays deputy principals around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership Pay Range.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy principals in Cambridge?

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

How can a deputy principal in Cambridge increase their salary?

Deputy Principals in Cambridge typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between deputy principal pay in Cambridge and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Cambridge it's £81,640 per year — a premium of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

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