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Headteacher Salary in Barrow-in-Furness

How much does a headteacher earn in Barrow-in-Furness?

Average base salary in Barrow-in-Furness

£74,575 per year

per year in Barrow-in-Furness · STPCD Leadership L6–L43

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,100 per year£74,575 per year£111,150 per year

Leads a school, sets strategy and is accountable for standards, safeguarding and staff. Pay follows the Leadership Pay Range in the STPCD. Headteacher pay in Barrow-in-Furness is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Barrow-in-Furness

Compare average headteacher pay in Barrow-in-Furness and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Barnet£86,350 per yearView jobs
Barrow-in-Furness This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Barnsley£74,575 per yearView jobs
Barnstaple£74,575 per yearView jobs
Barry£74,575 per yearView jobs
Basildon£74,575 per yearView jobs
Basingstoke£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in Barrow-in-Furness?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Barrow-in-Furness

How much does a headteacher earn in Barrow-in-Furness?

The average salary for a headteacher in Barrow-in-Furness is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Barrow-in-Furness a well-paid area for headteachers?

Barrow-in-Furness tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire headteachers in Barrow-in-Furness?

Live headteacher openings in Barrow-in-Furness rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a headteacher in Barrow-in-Furness increase their salary?

Headteachers in Barrow-in-Furness typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L43, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between headteacher pay in Barrow-in-Furness and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Barrow-in-Furness it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.

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