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Senior Leader Salary in South Yorkshire

How much does a senior leader earn in South Yorkshire?

Average base salary in South Yorkshire

£53,280 per year

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

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near South Yorkshire

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

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
South Yorkshire This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
South West England£53,280 per yearView jobs
Southampton£53,280 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
South Shields£52,725 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£52,725 per yearView jobs
Southport£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in South Yorkshire

How much does a senior leader earn in South Yorkshire?

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

South Yorkshire 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 South Yorkshire?

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

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

Senior Leaders in South Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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