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Head of School Salary in Cambridge

How much does a head of school earn in Cambridge?

Average base salary in Cambridge

£81,640 per year

per year in Cambridge · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£60,320 per year£81,640 per year£121,680 per year

Head of School pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Head of School pay in Cambridge is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for head of schools near Cambridge

Compare average head of school pay in Cambridge and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of school salaryJobs
Camden£92,630 per yearView jobs
Cambridge This location£81,640 per yearView jobs
Cambridgeshire£81,640 per yearView jobs
Caerphilly£74,575 per yearView jobs
Callander£74,575 per yearView jobs
Camberley£74,575 per yearView jobs
Cambuslang£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of School get paid in Cambridge?

Frequently asked questions about head of school pay in Cambridge

How much does a head of school earn in Cambridge?

The average salary for a head of school in Cambridge is £81,640 per year, typically ranging from £60,320 per year to £121,680 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Cambridge a well-paid area for head of schools?

Cambridge pays head of schools around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership Pay Range.

Which schools and agencies hire head of schools in Cambridge?

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

How can a head of school in Cambridge increase their salary?

Head of Schools in Cambridge typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between head of school pay in Cambridge and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Cambridge it's £81,640 per year — a premium of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

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