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Headteacher Salary in Berkshire

How much does a headteacher earn in Berkshire?

Average base salary in Berkshire

£81,640 per year

per year in Berkshire · STPCD Leadership L6–L43

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£60,320 per year£81,640 per year£121,680 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 Berkshire is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Berkshire

Compare average headteacher pay in Berkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Bexley£86,350 per yearView jobs
Berkshire This location£81,640 per yearView jobs
Bedfordshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
Bellshill£74,575 per yearView jobs
Berwick-upon-Tweed£74,575 per yearView jobs
Beverley£74,575 per yearView jobs
Belfast£73,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in Berkshire?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Berkshire

How much does a headteacher earn in Berkshire?

The average salary for a headteacher in Berkshire is £81,640 per year, typically ranging from £60,320 per year to £121,680 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Berkshire a well-paid area for headteachers?

Berkshire pays headteachers around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD Leadership L6–L43.

Which schools and agencies hire headteachers in Berkshire?

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

How can a headteacher in Berkshire increase their salary?

Headteachers in Berkshire typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L43, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between headteacher pay in Berkshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Berkshire it's £81,640 per year — a premium of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

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