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Headteacher Salary in Merthyr Tydfil (county)

How much does a headteacher earn in Merthyr Tydfil (county)?

Average base salary in Merthyr Tydfil (county)

£74,575 per year

per year in Merthyr Tydfil (county) · 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 Merthyr Tydfil (county) is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Merthyr Tydfil (county)

Compare average headteacher pay in Merthyr Tydfil (county) and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Merton£86,350 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county) This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£74,575 per yearView jobs
Merseyside£74,575 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£74,575 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£74,575 per yearView jobs
Middlewich£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Merthyr Tydfil (county)

How much does a headteacher earn in Merthyr Tydfil (county)?

The average salary for a headteacher in Merthyr Tydfil (county) 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 Merthyr Tydfil (county) a well-paid area for headteachers?

Merthyr Tydfil (county) 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 Merthyr Tydfil (county)?

Live headteacher openings in Merthyr Tydfil (county) rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a headteacher in Merthyr Tydfil (county) increase their salary?

Headteachers in Merthyr Tydfil (county) 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 Merthyr Tydfil (county) and nationally?

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

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