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Head of School Salary in Reading

How much does a head of school earn in Reading?

Average base salary in Reading

£81,640 per year

per year in Reading · 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 Reading is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for head of schools near Reading

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

CityAverage head of school salaryJobs
Redbridge£86,350 per yearView jobs
Reading This location£81,640 per yearView jobs
Ramsgate£74,575 per yearView jobs
Randalstown£74,575 per yearView jobs
Rayleigh£74,575 per yearView jobs
Redcar£74,575 per yearView jobs
Redditch£74,575 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of school pay in Reading

How much does a head of school earn in Reading?

The average salary for a head of school in Reading 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 Reading a well-paid area for head of schools?

Reading 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 Reading?

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

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

Head of Schools in Reading 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 Reading and nationally?

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

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