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Subject Leader Salary in Lerwick

How much does a subject leader earn in Lerwick?

Average base salary in Lerwick

£47,500 per year

per year in Lerwick · 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 Lerwick is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for subject leaders near Lerwick

Compare average subject leader pay in Lerwick and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage subject leader salaryJobs
Lewisham£59,000 per yearView jobs
Leicester£48,000 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£48,000 per yearView jobs
Lerwick This location£47,500 per yearView jobs
Leigh£47,500 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£47,500 per yearView jobs
Lewes£47,500 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about subject leader pay in Lerwick

How much does a subject leader earn in Lerwick?

The average salary for a subject leader in Lerwick 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 Lerwick a well-paid area for subject leaders?

Lerwick 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 Lerwick?

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

How can a subject leader in Lerwick increase their salary?

Subject Leaders in Lerwick 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 Lerwick and nationally?

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

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