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Senior Leader Salary in Leicester

How much does a senior leader earn in Leicester?

Average base salary in Leicester

£53,280 per year

per year in Leicester · 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 Leicester is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near Leicester

Compare average senior leader pay in Leicester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
Leicester This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
Leeds£53,280 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£53,280 per yearView jobs
Ledbury£52,725 per yearView jobs
Leek£52,725 per yearView jobs
Leigh£52,725 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in Leicester

How much does a senior leader earn in Leicester?

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

Leicester 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 Leicester?

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

How can a senior leader in Leicester increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in Leicester 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 Leicester and nationally?

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

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