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Senior Leader Salary in South Shields

How much does a senior leader earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near South Shields

Compare average senior leader pay in South Shields and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
South East England£56,610 per yearView jobs
South West England£53,280 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£53,280 per yearView jobs
Southampton£53,280 per yearView jobs
South Shields This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£52,725 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Senior Leader get paid in South Shields?

Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in South Shields

How much does a senior leader earn in South Shields?

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

South Shields 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 South Shields?

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

How can a senior leader in South Shields increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in South Shields 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 South Shields and nationally?

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

Senior Leader jobs in South Shields

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