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Headteacher Salary in North Yorkshire

How much does a headteacher earn in North Yorkshire?

Average base salary in North Yorkshire

£75,360 per year

per year in North Yorkshire · 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 North Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near North Yorkshire

Compare average headteacher pay in North Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
North Yorkshire This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
North East England£75,360 per yearView jobs
North West England£75,360 per yearView jobs
North Lanarkshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northallerton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northampton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in North Yorkshire?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in North Yorkshire

How much does a headteacher earn in North Yorkshire?

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

North Yorkshire 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 North Yorkshire?

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

How can a headteacher in North Yorkshire increase their salary?

Headteachers in North Yorkshire 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 North Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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