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Head of School Salary in West Midlands (county)

How much does a head of school earn in West Midlands (county)?

Average base salary in West Midlands (county)

£75,360 per year

per year in West Midlands (county) · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,680 per year£75,360 per year£112,320 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 West Midlands (county) is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of schools near West Midlands (county)

Compare average head of school pay in West Midlands (county) and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of school salaryJobs
West Midlands (county) This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£75,360 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£75,360 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£74,575 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£74,575 per yearView jobs
Westbury£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of School get paid in West Midlands (county)?

Frequently asked questions about head of school pay in West Midlands (county)

How much does a head of school earn in West Midlands (county)?

The average salary for a head of school in West Midlands (county) is £75,360 per year, typically ranging from £55,680 per year to £112,320 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Midlands (county) a well-paid area for head of schools?

West Midlands (county) tends to sit around 4% 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 West Midlands (county)?

Live head of school openings in West Midlands (county) rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a head of school in West Midlands (county) increase their salary?

Head of Schools in West Midlands (county) 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 West Midlands (county) and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In West Midlands (county) it's £75,360 per year — a discount of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

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