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Headteacher Salary in Woking

How much does a headteacher earn in Woking?

Average base salary in Woking

£74,575 per year

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

Highest paying cities for headteachers near Woking

Compare average headteacher pay in Woking and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage headteacher salaryJobs
Woking This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Witham£74,575 per yearView jobs
Withernsea£74,575 per yearView jobs
Witney£74,575 per yearView jobs
Wokingham£74,575 per yearView jobs
Wolverhampton£74,575 per yearView jobs
Woodbridge£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about headteacher pay in Woking

How much does a headteacher earn in Woking?

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

Woking 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 Woking?

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

How can a headteacher in Woking increase their salary?

Headteachers in Woking 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 Woking and nationally?

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

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