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Executive Principal Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does an executive principal earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£73,790 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£54,520 per year£73,790 per year£109,980 per year

Executive Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Executive Principal pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for executive principals near Northern Ireland

Compare average executive principal pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage executive principal salaryJobs
Northallerton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northampton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northwich£74,575 per yearView jobs
Norwich£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£73,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about executive principal pay in Northern Ireland

How much does an executive principal earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for an executive principal in Northern Ireland is £73,790 per year, typically ranging from £54,520 per year to £109,980 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for executive principals?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% 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 Northern Ireland?

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

How can an executive principal in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Executive Principals in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £73,790 per year — a discount of £4,710 per year versus the UK average.

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