Salary guide · Chester
How much does a head of school earn in Chester?
Average base salary in Chester
£74,575 per year
per year in Chester · STPCD Leadership Pay Range
Head of School pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Head of School pay in Chester is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average head of school pay in Chester and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average head of school salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Chester This location | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Chepstow | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Chesham | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Cheshire | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Chesterfield | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Chichester | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
| Chippenham | £74,575 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a head of school in Chester is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Chester tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for head of schools. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live head of school openings in Chester rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Head of Schools in Chester 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.
Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Chester it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.
Live head of school vacancies in Chester from schools, trusts and agencies.
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