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Headteacher Salary in Brighton

How much does a headteacher earn in Brighton?

Average base salary in Brighton

£81,640 per year

per year in Brighton · 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 Brighton is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Brighton

Compare average headteacher pay in Brighton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Bromley£86,350 per yearView jobs
Brighton This location£81,640 per yearView jobs
Brighton and Hove£81,640 per yearView jobs
Bristol£78,500 per yearView jobs
Bridlington£74,575 per yearView jobs
Bridport£74,575 per yearView jobs
Brighouse£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Brighton

How much does a headteacher earn in Brighton?

The average salary for a headteacher in Brighton 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 Brighton a well-paid area for headteachers?

Brighton 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 Brighton?

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

How can a headteacher in Brighton increase their salary?

Headteachers in Brighton 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 Brighton and nationally?

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

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