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Senior Leader Salary in Leeds

How much does a senior leader earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£53,280 per year

per year in Leeds · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£45,120 per year£53,280 per year£65,280 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 Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near Leeds

Compare average senior leader pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
Manchester£54,390 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
York£53,280 per yearView jobs
Bradford£52,725 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£52,725 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£52,725 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£52,170 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in Leeds

How much does a senior leader earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a senior leader in Leeds is £53,280 per year, typically ranging from £45,120 per year to £65,280 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for senior leaders?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% 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 Leeds?

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

How can a senior leader in Leeds increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in Leeds 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 Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In Leeds it's £53,280 per year — a discount of £2,220 per year versus the UK average.

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