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Subject Leader Salary in Leeds

How much does a subject leader earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£48,000 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£39,360 per year£48,000 per year£58,560 per year

Subject Leader salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Subject Leader pay in Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for subject leaders near Leeds

Compare average subject leader pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage subject leader salaryJobs
Manchester£49,000 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£48,000 per yearView jobs
York£48,000 per yearView jobs
Bradford£47,500 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£47,500 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£47,500 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£47,000 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about subject leader pay in Leeds

How much does a subject leader earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a subject leader in Leeds is £48,000 per year, typically ranging from £39,360 per year to £58,560 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for subject leaders?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% 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 Leeds?

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

How can a subject leader in Leeds increase their salary?

Subject Leaders in Leeds 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 Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Leeds it's £48,000 per year — a discount of £2,000 per year versus the UK average.

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