Headteacher Salary in West Yorkshire

The average salary for a headteacher in West Yorkshire is £75,360 per year, typically ranging from £55,680 per year to £112,320 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

West Yorkshire tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

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

Headteachers in West Yorkshire 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 West Yorkshire it's £75,360 per year — a discount of £3,140 per year versus the UK average.