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Subject Leader Salary in England

How much does a subject leader earn in England?

Average base salary in England

£47,500 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£38,950 per year£47,500 per year£57,950 per year

Subject Leader salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Subject Leader pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for subject leaders near England

Compare average subject leader pay in England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage subject leader salaryJobs
Enfield£55,000 per yearView jobs
England This location£47,500 per yearView jobs
Elgin£47,500 per yearView jobs
Ely£47,500 per yearView jobs
Enniskillen£47,500 per yearView jobs
Epsom£47,500 per yearView jobs
Essex£47,500 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about subject leader pay in England

How much does a subject leader earn in England?

The average salary for a subject leader in England is £47,500 per year, typically ranging from £38,950 per year to £57,950 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is England a well-paid area for subject leaders?

England tends to sit around 5% 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 England?

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

How can a subject leader in England increase their salary?

Subject Leaders in England 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 England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In England it's £47,500 per year — a discount of £2,500 per year versus the UK average.

Subject Leader jobs in England

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