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Headmistress Salary in United Kingdom

How much does a headmistress earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£27,075 per year

per year in United Kingdom · School or trust-set scale

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

Highest paying cities for headmistresss near United Kingdom

Compare average headmistress pay in United Kingdom and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headmistress salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£27,075 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£27,075 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£27,075 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£27,075 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£27,075 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headmistress pay in United Kingdom

How much does a headmistress earn in United Kingdom?

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

United Kingdom tends to sit around 5% 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 United Kingdom?

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

How can a headmistress in United Kingdom increase their salary?

Headmistresss in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

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

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