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Headmaster Salary in Newmarket

How much does a headmaster earn in Newmarket?

Average base salary in Newmarket

£27,075 per year

per year in Newmarket · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£27,075 per year£34,200 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 Newmarket is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headmasters near Newmarket

Compare average headmaster pay in Newmarket and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headmaster salaryJobs
Newham£33,630 per yearView jobs
Newcastle upon Tyne£27,360 per yearView jobs
Newcastle-under-Lyme£27,360 per yearView jobs
Newmarket This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newport (county)£26,790 per yearView jobs
Newport (Isle of Wight)£26,790 per yearView jobs
Newport (Wales)£26,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headmaster pay in Newmarket

How much does a headmaster earn in Newmarket?

The average salary for a headmaster in Newmarket is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Newmarket a well-paid area for headmasters?

Newmarket tends to sit around 5% 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 Newmarket?

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

How can a headmaster in Newmarket increase their salary?

Headmasters in Newmarket 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 Newmarket and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Newmarket it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.

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