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Headteacher Salary in Neath Port Talbot

How much does a headteacher earn in Neath Port Talbot?

Average base salary in Neath Port Talbot

£74,575 per year

per year in Neath Port Talbot · 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 Neath Port Talbot is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Neath Port Talbot

Compare average headteacher pay in Neath Port Talbot and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Neath Port Talbot This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Nairn£74,575 per yearView jobs
Nantwich£74,575 per yearView jobs
Neath£74,575 per yearView jobs
Nelson£74,575 per yearView jobs
Newark-on-Trent£74,575 per yearView jobs
Newbury£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Neath Port Talbot

How much does a headteacher earn in Neath Port Talbot?

The average salary for a headteacher in Neath Port Talbot 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 Neath Port Talbot a well-paid area for headteachers?

Neath Port Talbot 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 Neath Port Talbot?

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

How can a headteacher in Neath Port Talbot increase their salary?

Headteachers in Neath Port Talbot 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 Neath Port Talbot and nationally?

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

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