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Executive Headteacher Salary in Southampton

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£91,200 per year

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

Highest paying cities for executive headteachers near Southampton

Compare average executive headteacher pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage executive headteacher salaryJobs
Southwark£112,100 per yearView jobs
Southampton This location£91,200 per yearView jobs
South West England£91,200 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£91,200 per yearView jobs
South Shields£90,250 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£90,250 per yearView jobs
Southport£90,250 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about executive headteacher pay in Southampton

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Southampton?

The average salary for an executive headteacher in Southampton 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 Southampton a well-paid area for executive headteachers?

Southampton 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 Southampton?

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

How can an executive headteacher in Southampton increase their salary?

Executive Headteachers in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

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

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