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Headteacher Salary in South Shields

How much does a headteacher earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£74,575 per year

per year in South Shields · 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 South Shields is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for headteachers near South Shields

Compare average headteacher pay in South Shields and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
South East England£80,070 per yearView jobs
South West England£75,360 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£75,360 per yearView jobs
Southampton£75,360 per yearView jobs
South Shields This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£74,575 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Headteacher get paid in South Shields?

Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in South Shields

How much does a headteacher earn in South Shields?

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

South Shields 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 South Shields?

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

How can a headteacher in South Shields increase their salary?

Headteachers in South Shields 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 South Shields and nationally?

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

Headteacher jobs in South Shields

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