Salary guide · London
How much does a head of school earn in London?
Average base salary in London
£90,275 per year
per year in London · 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 London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.
Compare average head of school pay in London and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average head of school salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Inner London | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| City of London | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| Westminster | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| Camden | £92,630 per year | View jobs |
| London This location | £90,275 per year | View jobs |
| Outer London | £86,350 per year | View jobs |
| London Fringe | £82,425 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a head of school in London is £90,275 per year, typically ranging from £66,700 per year to £134,550 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
London pays head of schools around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership Pay Range.
There are currently 2 live head of school openings in London on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.
Head of Schools in London typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.
Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In London it's £90,275 per year — a premium of £11,775 per year versus the UK average.
Live head of school vacancies in London from schools, trusts and agencies.
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