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Headteacher Salary in Hemel Hempstead

How much does a headteacher earn in Hemel Hempstead?

Average base salary in Hemel Hempstead

£74,575 per year

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

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Hemel Hempstead

Compare average headteacher pay in Hemel Hempstead and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Hemel Hempstead This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Haywards Heath£74,575 per yearView jobs
Hebden Bridge£74,575 per yearView jobs
Helensburgh£74,575 per yearView jobs
Henley-on-Thames£74,575 per yearView jobs
Hereford£74,575 per yearView jobs
Herefordshire£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Hemel Hempstead

How much does a headteacher earn in Hemel Hempstead?

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

Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead?

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

How can a headteacher in Hemel Hempstead increase their salary?

Headteachers in Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead and nationally?

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

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