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Subject Leader Salary in South Shields

How much does a subject leader earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£47,500 per year

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

Highest paying cities for subject leaders near South Shields

Compare average subject leader pay in South Shields and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage subject leader salaryJobs
South East England£51,000 per yearView jobs
South West England£48,000 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£48,000 per yearView jobs
Southampton£48,000 per yearView jobs
South Shields This location£47,500 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£47,500 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£47,500 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about subject leader pay in South Shields

How much does a subject leader earn in South Shields?

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

South Shields 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 South Shields?

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

How can a subject leader in South Shields increase their salary?

Subject Leaders in South Shields 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 South Shields and nationally?

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

Subject Leader jobs in South Shields

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