Salary guide · Northern Ireland
How much does a deputy principal earn in Northern Ireland?
Average base salary in Northern Ireland
£73,790 per year
per year in Northern Ireland · STPCD Leadership Pay Range
Deputy Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Deputy Principal pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average deputy principal pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average deputy principal salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Northallerton | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Northampton | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Northamptonshire | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Northumberland | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Northwich | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Norwich | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Northern Ireland This location | £73,790 per year | View jobs |
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£73,790 per year
See assistant principal jobs in Northern IrelandThe average salary for a deputy principal in Northern Ireland is £73,790 per year, typically ranging from £54,520 per year to £109,980 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for deputy principals. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live deputy principal openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Deputy Principals in Northern Ireland 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.
Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £73,790 per year — a discount of £4,710 per year versus the UK average.
Live deputy principal vacancies in Northern Ireland from schools, trusts and agencies.
Browse Deputy Principal jobs in Northern IrelandLive teacher, TA, SEND, leadership and support-staff vacancies across the UK.