Deputy Principal Salary in Scotland

The average salary for a deputy principal in Scotland is £73,790 per year, typically ranging from £54,520 per year to £109,980 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Scotland 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 Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

Deputy Principals in Scotland 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 Scotland it's £73,790 per year — a discount of £4,710 per year versus the UK average.