Salary guide · Edinburgh
How much does a head of school earn in Edinburgh?
Average base salary in Edinburgh
£77,715 per year
per year in Edinburgh · 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 Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.
Compare average head of school pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a head of school 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.
Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for head of schools. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
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Head of Schools 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.
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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