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Headteacher Salary in Isle of Wight

How much does a headteacher earn in Isle of Wight?

Average base salary in Isle of Wight

£74,575 per year

per year in Isle of Wight · 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 Isle of Wight is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Isle of Wight

Compare average headteacher pay in Isle of Wight and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Islington£92,630 per yearView jobs
Isle of Wight This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Inverurie£74,575 per yearView jobs
Ipswich£74,575 per yearView jobs
Irvine£74,575 per yearView jobs
Isles of Scilly£74,575 per yearView jobs
Keighley£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in Isle of Wight?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Isle of Wight

How much does a headteacher earn in Isle of Wight?

The average salary for a headteacher in Isle of Wight 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 Isle of Wight a well-paid area for headteachers?

Isle of Wight 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 Isle of Wight?

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

How can a headteacher in Isle of Wight increase their salary?

Headteachers in Isle of Wight 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 Isle of Wight and nationally?

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

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