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Mental Health Lead Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a mental health lead earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£28,215 per year

per year in Edinburgh · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,780 per year£28,215 per year£35,640 per year

Mental Health Lead salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical mental health lead pay across the UK. Mental Health Lead pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for mental health leads near Edinburgh

Compare average mental health lead pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage mental health lead salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£28,215 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£28,215 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£27,075 per yearView jobs
Livingston£27,075 per yearView jobs
Stirling£27,075 per yearView jobs
Dundee£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Mental Health Lead get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about mental health lead pay in Edinburgh

How much does a mental health lead earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a mental health lead in Edinburgh is £28,215 per year, typically ranging from £21,780 per year to £35,640 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for mental health leads?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for mental health leads. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire mental health leads in Edinburgh?

Live mental health lead openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a mental health lead in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Mental Health Leads in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between mental health lead pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £28,215 per year — a discount of £285 per year versus the UK average.

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