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Head of School Salary in South Shields

How much does a head of school earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£74,575 per year

per year in South Shields · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,100 per year£74,575 per year£111,150 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 South Shields is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of schools near South Shields

Compare average head of school pay in South Shields and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of school salaryJobs
South East England£80,070 per yearView jobs
South West England£75,360 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£75,360 per yearView jobs
Southampton£75,360 per yearView jobs
South Shields This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£74,575 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of school pay in South Shields

How much does a head of school earn in South Shields?

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

Is South Shields a well-paid area for head of schools?

South Shields 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.

Which schools and agencies hire head of schools in South Shields?

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

How can a head of school in South Shields increase their salary?

Head of Schools in South Shields 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.

What's the difference between head of school pay in South Shields and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In South Shields it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.

Head of School jobs in South Shields

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