Salary guide · Wales
How much does a head of school earn in Wales?
Average base salary in Wales
£73,790 per year
per year in Wales · 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 Wales is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average head of school pay in Wales and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a head of school in Wales is £73,790 per year, typically ranging from £54,520 per year to £109,980 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Wales tends to sit around 6% 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 Wales 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 Wales it's £73,790 per year — a discount of £4,710 per year versus the UK average.
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