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Executive Headteacher Salary in Leicester

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Leicester?

Average base salary in Leicester

£91,200 per year

per year in Leicester · STPCD Leadership L21–L43

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£72,000 per year£91,200 per year£124,800 per year

Oversees more than one school, typically within a MAT or federation. Executive Headteacher pay in Leicester is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for executive headteachers near Leicester

Compare average executive headteacher pay in Leicester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage executive headteacher salaryJobs
Leicester This location£91,200 per yearView jobs
Leeds£91,200 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£91,200 per yearView jobs
Ledbury£90,250 per yearView jobs
Leek£90,250 per yearView jobs
Leigh£90,250 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£90,250 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Executive Headteacher get paid in Leicester?

Frequently asked questions about executive headteacher pay in Leicester

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Leicester?

The average salary for an executive headteacher in Leicester is £91,200 per year, typically ranging from £72,000 per year to £124,800 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leicester a well-paid area for executive headteachers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire executive headteachers in Leicester?

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

How can an executive headteacher in Leicester increase their salary?

Executive Headteachers in Leicester typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L21–L43, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between executive headteacher pay in Leicester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £95,000 per year. In Leicester it's £91,200 per year — a discount of £3,800 per year versus the UK average.

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