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Senior Leader Salary in United Kingdom

How much does a senior leader earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£52,725 per year

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

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Highest paying cities for senior leaders near United Kingdom

Compare average senior leader pay in United Kingdom and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£52,725 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£52,725 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£52,725 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£52,725 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£52,725 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£52,725 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£52,725 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in United Kingdom

How much does a senior leader earn in United Kingdom?

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

United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

There are currently 1 live senior leader opening in United Kingdom on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a senior leader in United Kingdom increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

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

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