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Headteacher Salary in Leicestershire

How much does a headteacher earn in Leicestershire?

Average base salary in Leicestershire

£75,360 per year

per year in Leicestershire · STPCD Leadership L6–L43

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,680 per year£75,360 per year£112,320 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 Leicestershire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Leicestershire

Compare average headteacher pay in Leicestershire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Leicestershire This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
Leeds£75,360 per yearView jobs
Leicester£75,360 per yearView jobs
Leek£74,575 per yearView jobs
Leigh£74,575 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£74,575 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£74,575 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Leicestershire

How much does a headteacher earn in Leicestershire?

The average salary for a headteacher in Leicestershire is £75,360 per year, typically ranging from £55,680 per year to £112,320 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leicestershire a well-paid area for headteachers?

Leicestershire tends to sit around 4% 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 Leicestershire?

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

How can a headteacher in Leicestershire increase their salary?

Headteachers in Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Leicestershire it's £75,360 per year — a discount of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.

Headteacher jobs in Leicestershire

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