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Salary guide · Gwynedd

Headteacher Salary in Gwynedd

How much does a headteacher earn in Gwynedd?

Average base salary in Gwynedd

£74,575 per year

per year in Gwynedd · 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 Gwynedd is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Gwynedd

Compare average headteacher pay in Gwynedd and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Hackney£92,630 per yearView jobs
Greenwich£86,350 per yearView jobs
Guildford£81,640 per yearView jobs
Gwynedd This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Grimsby£74,575 per yearView jobs
Halesowen£74,575 per yearView jobs
Halifax£74,575 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Gwynedd

How much does a headteacher earn in Gwynedd?

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

Gwynedd 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 Gwynedd?

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

How can a headteacher in Gwynedd increase their salary?

Headteachers in Gwynedd 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 Gwynedd and nationally?

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

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