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Executive Headteacher Salary in Waltham Forest

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Waltham Forest?

Average base salary in Waltham Forest

£104,500 per year

per year in Waltham Forest · 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 Waltham Forest is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for executive headteachers near Waltham Forest

Compare average executive headteacher pay in Waltham Forest and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage executive headteacher salaryJobs
Wandsworth£112,100 per yearView jobs
Waltham Forest This location£104,500 per yearView jobs
Wallingford£90,250 per yearView jobs
Walsall£90,250 per yearView jobs
Waltham Abbey£90,250 per yearView jobs
Wantage£90,250 per yearView jobs
Ware£90,250 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about executive headteacher pay in Waltham Forest

How much does an executive headteacher earn in Waltham Forest?

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

Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest?

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

How can an executive headteacher in Waltham Forest increase their salary?

Executive Headteachers in Waltham Forest 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 Waltham Forest and nationally?

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

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