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Headteacher Salary in Kendal

How much does a headteacher earn in Kendal?

Average base salary in Kendal

£74,575 per year

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

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Kendal

Compare average headteacher pay in Kendal and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Islington£92,630 per yearView jobs
Kensington and Chelsea£92,630 per yearView jobs
Kendal This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Keighley£74,575 per yearView jobs
Kelso£74,575 per yearView jobs
Kent£74,575 per yearView jobs
Keswick£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Kendal

How much does a headteacher earn in Kendal?

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

Kendal 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 Kendal?

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

How can a headteacher in Kendal increase their salary?

Headteachers in Kendal 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 Kendal and nationally?

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

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