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Headteacher Salary in Port Talbot

How much does a headteacher earn in Port Talbot?

Average base salary in Port Talbot

£74,575 per year

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

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Port Talbot

Compare average headteacher pay in Port Talbot and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Port Glasgow£77,715 per yearView jobs
Port Talbot This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Pontypridd£74,575 per yearView jobs
Poole£74,575 per yearView jobs
Portadown£74,575 per yearView jobs
Porthcawl£74,575 per yearView jobs
Porthmadog£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Port Talbot

How much does a headteacher earn in Port Talbot?

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

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 Port Talbot?

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

How can a headteacher in Port Talbot increase their salary?

Headteachers in 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 Port Talbot and nationally?

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

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