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Subject Leader Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a subject leader earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£49,500 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,590 per year£49,500 per year£60,390 per year

Subject Leader salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Subject Leader pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for subject leaders near Edinburgh

Compare average subject leader pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage subject leader salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£49,500 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£49,500 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£47,500 per yearView jobs
Livingston£47,500 per yearView jobs
Stirling£47,500 per yearView jobs
Dundee£47,000 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about subject leader pay in Edinburgh

How much does a subject leader earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a subject leader in Edinburgh is £49,500 per year, typically ranging from £40,590 per year to £60,390 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for subject leaders?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% 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 Edinburgh?

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

How can a subject leader in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Subject Leaders in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Edinburgh it's £49,500 per year — a discount of £500 per year versus the UK average.

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