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Senior Leader Salary in Kirkwall

How much does a senior leader earn in Kirkwall?

Average base salary in Kirkwall

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near Kirkwall

Compare average senior leader pay in Kirkwall and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
Lambeth£65,490 per yearView jobs
Kingston upon Thames£61,050 per yearView jobs
Kirkwall This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Kirkcaldy£52,725 per yearView jobs
Kirkintilloch£52,725 per yearView jobs
Knutsford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Lampeter£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in Kirkwall

How much does a senior leader earn in Kirkwall?

The average salary for a senior leader in Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall a well-paid area for senior leaders?

Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall?

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

How can a senior leader in Kirkwall increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall and nationally?

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

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