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Senior Leader Salary in Sunderland

How much does a senior leader earn in Sunderland?

Average base salary in Sunderland

£52,725 per year

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

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near Sunderland

Compare average senior leader pay in Sunderland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
Sutton£61,050 per yearView jobs
Surrey£57,720 per yearView jobs
Sunderland This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Stroud£52,725 per yearView jobs
Sudbury£52,725 per yearView jobs
Suffolk£52,725 per yearView jobs
Sutton Coldfield£52,725 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in Sunderland

How much does a senior leader earn in Sunderland?

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

Sunderland 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 Sunderland?

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

How can a senior leader in Sunderland increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in Sunderland 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 Sunderland and nationally?

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

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