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Headteacher Salary in Burton upon Trent

How much does a headteacher earn in Burton upon Trent?

Average base salary in Burton upon Trent

£74,575 per year

per year in Burton upon Trent · 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 Burton upon Trent is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Burton upon Trent

Compare average headteacher pay in Burton upon Trent and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Buckinghamshire£81,640 per yearView jobs
Burton upon Trent This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Builth Wells£74,575 per yearView jobs
Burnley£74,575 per yearView jobs
Bury£74,575 per yearView jobs
Bury St Edmunds£74,575 per yearView jobs
Buxton£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in Burton upon Trent?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Burton upon Trent

How much does a headteacher earn in Burton upon Trent?

The average salary for a headteacher in Burton upon Trent 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 Burton upon Trent a well-paid area for headteachers?

Burton upon Trent 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 Burton upon Trent?

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

How can a headteacher in Burton upon Trent increase their salary?

Headteachers in Burton upon Trent 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 Burton upon Trent and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Burton upon Trent it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.

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