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Headteacher Salary in Melton Mowbray

How much does a headteacher earn in Melton Mowbray?

Average base salary in Melton Mowbray

£74,575 per year

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

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Melton Mowbray

Compare average headteacher pay in Melton Mowbray and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Melton Mowbray This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Matlock£74,575 per yearView jobs
Melksham£74,575 per yearView jobs
Melrose£74,575 per yearView jobs
Merseyside£74,575 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£74,575 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in Melton Mowbray?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Melton Mowbray

How much does a headteacher earn in Melton Mowbray?

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

Melton Mowbray 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 Melton Mowbray?

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

How can a headteacher in Melton Mowbray increase their salary?

Headteachers in Melton Mowbray 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 Melton Mowbray and nationally?

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

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