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Deputy Principal Salary in Portsmouth

How much does a deputy principal earn in Portsmouth?

Average base salary in Portsmouth

£75,360 per year

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

Highest paying cities for deputy principals near Portsmouth

Compare average deputy principal pay in Portsmouth and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy principal salaryJobs
Portsmouth This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
Porthmadog£74,575 per yearView jobs
Portree£74,575 per yearView jobs
Portrush£74,575 per yearView jobs
Portstewart£74,575 per yearView jobs
Powys£74,575 per yearView jobs
Prestatyn£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy principal pay in Portsmouth

How much does a deputy principal earn in Portsmouth?

The average salary for a deputy principal in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth a well-paid area for deputy principals?

Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?

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

How can a deputy principal in Portsmouth increase their salary?

Deputy Principals in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth and nationally?

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

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