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Subject Leader Salary in Birmingham

How much does a subject leader earn in Birmingham?

Average base salary in Birmingham

£49,000 per year

per year in Birmingham · MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,180 per year£49,000 per year£59,780 per year

Subject Leader salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Subject Leader pay in Birmingham is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for subject leaders near Birmingham

Compare average subject leader pay in Birmingham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage subject leader salaryJobs
Birmingham This location£49,000 per yearView jobs
Leicester£48,000 per yearView jobs
Nottingham£48,000 per yearView jobs
Wolverhampton£47,500 per yearView jobs
Coventry£47,500 per yearView jobs
Walsall£47,500 per yearView jobs
Solihull£47,500 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Subject Leader get paid in Birmingham?

Frequently asked questions about subject leader pay in Birmingham

How much does a subject leader earn in Birmingham?

The average salary for a subject leader in Birmingham is £49,000 per year, typically ranging from £40,180 per year to £59,780 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Birmingham a well-paid area for subject leaders?

Birmingham tends to sit around 2% below the UK average for subject leaders. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire subject leaders in Birmingham?

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

How can a subject leader in Birmingham increase their salary?

Subject Leaders in Birmingham typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between subject leader pay in Birmingham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Birmingham it's £49,000 per year — a discount of £1,000 per year versus the UK average.

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