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Senior Leader Salary in West Midlands (county)

How much does a senior leader earn in West Midlands (county)?

Average base salary in West Midlands (county)

£53,280 per year

per year in West Midlands (county) · 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 West Midlands (county) is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for senior leaders near West Midlands (county)

Compare average senior leader pay in West Midlands (county) and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage senior leader salaryJobs
West Midlands (county) This location£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£53,280 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£52,725 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£52,725 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£52,725 per yearView jobs
Westbury£52,725 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Senior Leader get paid in West Midlands (county)?

Frequently asked questions about senior leader pay in West Midlands (county)

How much does a senior leader earn in West Midlands (county)?

The average salary for a senior leader in West Midlands (county) 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 West Midlands (county) a well-paid area for senior leaders?

West Midlands (county) 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 West Midlands (county)?

Live senior leader openings in West Midlands (county) rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a senior leader in West Midlands (county) increase their salary?

Senior Leaders in West Midlands (county) 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 West Midlands (county) and nationally?

Nationally the average is £55,500 per year. In West Midlands (county) it's £53,280 per year — a discount of £2,220 per year versus the UK average.

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