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Senior Leader Salary in Birmingham

How much does a senior leader earn in Birmingham?

Average base salary in Birmingham

£54,390 per year

per year in Birmingham · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£46,060 per year£54,390 per year£66,640 per year

Senior Leader pay is typically set on the leadership scale and varies by portfolio, phase and school group size. Senior Leader pay in Birmingham is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near Birmingham

Compare average senior leader pay in Birmingham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
Birmingham This location£54,390 per yearView jobs
Leicester£53,280 per yearView jobs
Nottingham£53,280 per yearView jobs
Wolverhampton£52,725 per yearView jobs
Coventry£52,725 per yearView jobs
Walsall£52,725 per yearView jobs
Solihull£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in Birmingham

How much does a senior leader earn in Birmingham?

The average salary for a senior leader in Birmingham is £54,390 per year, typically ranging from £46,060 per year to £66,640 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Birmingham a well-paid area for senior leaders?

Birmingham tends to sit around 2% below the UK average for senior leaders. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire senior leaders in Birmingham?

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

How can a senior leader in Birmingham increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in Birmingham typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between senior leader pay in Birmingham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Birmingham it's £54,390 per year — a discount of £1,110 per year versus the UK average.

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