Head of School Salary in England

The average salary for a head of school in England is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

England 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 England rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

Head of Schools in England 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 England it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.