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Senior Leader Salary in Durham

How much does a senior leader earn in Durham?

Average base salary in Durham

£52,725 per year

per year in Durham · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£44,650 per year£52,725 per year£64,600 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 Durham is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near Durham

Compare average senior leader pay in Durham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
Ealing£61,050 per yearView jobs
Durham This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Dungiven£52,725 per yearView jobs
Dunoon£52,725 per yearView jobs
Dunstable£52,725 per yearView jobs
East Ayrshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
East Dunbartonshire£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in Durham

How much does a senior leader earn in Durham?

The average salary for a senior leader in Durham is £52,725 per year, typically ranging from £44,650 per year to £64,600 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Durham a well-paid area for senior leaders?

Durham tends to sit around 5% 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 Durham?

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

How can a senior leader in Durham increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in Durham 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 Durham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Durham it's £52,725 per year — a discount of £2,775 per year versus the UK average.

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