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Headteacher Salary in Scottish Borders

How much does a headteacher earn in Scottish Borders?

Average base salary in Scottish Borders

£73,790 per year

per year in Scottish Borders · STPCD Leadership L6–L43

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£54,520 per year£73,790 per year£109,980 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 Scottish Borders is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Scottish Borders

Compare average headteacher pay in Scottish Borders and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Sandown£74,575 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£74,575 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£74,575 per yearView jobs
Seaford£74,575 per yearView jobs
Seaham£74,575 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders This location£73,790 per yearView jobs
Scotland£73,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in Scottish Borders?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Scottish Borders

How much does a headteacher earn in Scottish Borders?

The average salary for a headteacher in Scottish Borders is £73,790 per year, typically ranging from £54,520 per year to £109,980 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scottish Borders a well-paid area for headteachers?

Scottish Borders tends to sit around 6% 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 Scottish Borders?

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

How can a headteacher in Scottish Borders increase their salary?

Headteachers in Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Scottish Borders it's £73,790 per year — a discount of £4,710 per year versus the UK average.

Headteacher jobs in Scottish Borders

Live headteacher vacancies in Scottish Borders from schools, trusts and agencies.

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