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Executive Headteacher Salary in Merton

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Merton?

Average base salary in Merton

£104,500 per year

per year in Merton · STPCD Leadership L21–L43

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£82,500 per year£104,500 per year£143,000 per year

Oversees more than one school, typically within a MAT or federation. Executive Headteacher pay in Merton is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for executive headteachers near Merton

Compare average executive headteacher pay in Merton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage executive headteacher salaryJobs
Merton This location£104,500 per yearView jobs
Merseyside£90,250 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£90,250 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£90,250 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£90,250 per yearView jobs
Middlewich£90,250 per yearView jobs
Midhurst£90,250 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about executive headteacher pay in Merton

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Merton?

The average salary for an executive headteacher in Merton is £104,500 per year, typically ranging from £82,500 per year to £143,000 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Merton a well-paid area for executive headteachers?

Merton pays executive headteachers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L21–L43.

Which schools and agencies hire executive headteachers in Merton?

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

How can an executive headteacher in Merton increase their salary?

Executive Headteachers in Merton typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L21–L43, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

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

Nationally the average is £95,000 per year. In Merton it's £104,500 per year — a premium of £9,500 per year versus the UK average.

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