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Headmistress Salary in Leicester

How much does a headmistress earn in Leicester?

Average base salary in Leicester

£27,360 per year

per year in Leicester · School or trust-set scale

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

Headmistress salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical headmistress pay across the UK. Headmistress pay in Leicester is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headmistresss near Leicester

Compare average headmistress pay in Leicester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headmistress salaryJobs
Leicester This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
Leeds£27,360 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£27,360 per yearView jobs
Ledbury£27,075 per yearView jobs
Leek£27,075 per yearView jobs
Leigh£27,075 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headmistress pay in Leicester

How much does a headmistress earn in Leicester?

The average salary for a headmistress in Leicester 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 Leicester a well-paid area for headmistresss?

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

Which schools and agencies hire headmistresss in Leicester?

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

How can a headmistress in Leicester increase their salary?

Headmistresss in Leicester 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 headmistress pay in Leicester and nationally?

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

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