Headteacher Salary in Shetland Islands

The average salary for a headteacher in Shetland Islands is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Shetland Islands tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

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

Headteachers in Shetland Islands 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.

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