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Head of PE Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a head of pe earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£49,500 per year

per year in Edinburgh · MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,590 per year£49,500 per year£60,390 per year

Head of PE salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of PE pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of pes near Edinburgh

Compare average head of pe pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of pe salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£49,500 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£49,500 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£47,500 per yearView jobs
Livingston£47,500 per yearView jobs
Stirling£47,500 per yearView jobs
Dundee£47,000 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of pe pay in Edinburgh

How much does a head of pe earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a head of pe in Edinburgh is £49,500 per year, typically ranging from £40,590 per year to £60,390 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for head of pes?

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

Which schools and agencies hire head of pes in Edinburgh?

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

How can a head of pe in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Head of PEs in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between head of pe pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Edinburgh it's £49,500 per year — a discount of £500 per year versus the UK average.

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