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Deputy Principal Salary in Leicester

How much does a deputy principal earn in Leicester?

Average base salary in Leicester

£75,360 per year

per year in Leicester · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,680 per year£75,360 per year£112,320 per year

Deputy Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Deputy Principal pay in Leicester is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy principals near Leicester

Compare average deputy principal pay in Leicester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy principal salaryJobs
Leicester This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
Leeds£75,360 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£75,360 per yearView jobs
Ledbury£74,575 per yearView jobs
Leek£74,575 per yearView jobs
Leigh£74,575 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy principal pay in Leicester

How much does a deputy principal earn in Leicester?

The average salary for a deputy principal in Leicester is £75,360 per year, typically ranging from £55,680 per year to £112,320 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leicester a well-paid area for deputy principals?

Leicester tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for deputy principals. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy principals in Leicester?

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

How can a deputy principal in Leicester increase their salary?

Deputy Principals in Leicester typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, 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 principal pay in Leicester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Leicester it's £75,360 per year — a discount of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

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