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Executive Principal Salary in Edinburgh

How much does an executive principal earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£77,715 per year

per year in Edinburgh · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£57,420 per year£77,715 per year£115,830 per year

Executive Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Executive Principal pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for executive principals near Edinburgh

Compare average executive principal pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage executive principal salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£77,715 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£77,715 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£74,575 per yearView jobs
Livingston£74,575 per yearView jobs
Stirling£74,575 per yearView jobs
Dundee£73,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Executive Principal get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about executive principal pay in Edinburgh

How much does an executive principal earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for an executive principal in Edinburgh is £77,715 per year, typically ranging from £57,420 per year to £115,830 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for executive principals?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for executive principals. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire executive principals in Edinburgh?

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

How can an executive principal in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Executive Principals in Edinburgh 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.

What's the difference between executive principal pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £77,715 per year — a discount of £785 per year versus the UK average.

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