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Headmaster Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a headmaster earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Average base salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

£27,360 per year

per year in Newcastle upon Tyne · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,120 per year£27,360 per year£34,560 per year

Headmaster salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical headmaster pay across the UK. Headmaster pay in Newcastle upon Tyne is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headmasters near Newcastle upon Tyne

Compare average headmaster pay in Newcastle upon Tyne and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headmaster salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£27,075 per yearView jobs
Durham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£26,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headmaster pay in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a headmaster earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

The average salary for a headmaster in Newcastle upon Tyne is £27,360 per year, typically ranging from £21,120 per year to £34,560 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Newcastle upon Tyne a well-paid area for headmasters?

Newcastle upon Tyne tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for headmasters. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire headmasters in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Live headmaster openings in Newcastle upon Tyne rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a headmaster in Newcastle upon Tyne increase their salary?

Headmasters in Newcastle upon Tyne typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between headmaster pay in Newcastle upon Tyne and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Newcastle upon Tyne it's £27,360 per year — a discount of £1,140 per year versus the UK average.

Headmaster jobs in Newcastle upon Tyne

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