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Senior Leader Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a senior leader earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Average base salary in Newcastle upon Tyne

£53,280 per year

per year in Newcastle upon Tyne · 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 Newcastle upon Tyne is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near Newcastle upon Tyne

Compare average senior leader pay in Newcastle upon Tyne and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£52,725 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£52,725 per yearView jobs
Durham£52,725 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£52,725 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£52,170 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Senior Leader get paid in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in Newcastle upon Tyne

How much does a senior leader earn in Newcastle upon Tyne?

The average salary for a senior leader in Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne a well-paid area for senior leaders?

Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne?

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

How can a senior leader in Newcastle upon Tyne increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in Newcastle upon Tyne 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 Newcastle upon Tyne and nationally?

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

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