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Headteacher Salary in Nottinghamshire

How much does a headteacher earn in Nottinghamshire?

Average base salary in Nottinghamshire

£75,360 per year

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

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Nottinghamshire

Compare average headteacher pay in Nottinghamshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Nottinghamshire This location£75,360 per yearView jobs
Nottingham£75,360 per yearView jobs
Northwich£74,575 per yearView jobs
Norwich£74,575 per yearView jobs
Nuneaton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Oakham£74,575 per yearView jobs
Oban£74,575 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Nottinghamshire

How much does a headteacher earn in Nottinghamshire?

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

Nottinghamshire 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 Nottinghamshire?

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

How can a headteacher in Nottinghamshire increase their salary?

Headteachers in Nottinghamshire 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 Nottinghamshire and nationally?

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

Headteacher jobs in Nottinghamshire

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