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Vice Principal Salary in Durham

How much does a vice principal earn in Durham?

Average base salary in Durham

£74,575 per year

per year in Durham · STPCD Leadership Pay Range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£55,100 per year£74,575 per year£111,150 per year

Vice Principal pay follows the school leadership range, with salary influenced by school size, phase and location. Vice Principal pay in Durham is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for vice principals near Durham

Compare average vice principal pay in Durham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage vice principal salaryJobs
Ealing£86,350 per yearView jobs
Durham This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Dungiven£74,575 per yearView jobs
Dunoon£74,575 per yearView jobs
Dunstable£74,575 per yearView jobs
East Ayrshire£74,575 per yearView jobs
East Dunbartonshire£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about vice principal pay in Durham

How much does a vice principal earn in Durham?

The average salary for a vice principal in Durham is £74,575 per year, typically ranging from £55,100 per year to £111,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Durham a well-paid area for vice principals?

Durham tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for vice principals. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire vice principals in Durham?

Live vice principal openings in Durham rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a vice principal in Durham increase their salary?

Vice Principals in Durham typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership Pay Range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between vice principal pay in Durham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £78,500 per year. In Durham it's £74,575 per year — a discount of £3,925 per year versus the UK average.

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