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Vice Principal Salary in United Kingdom

How much does a vice principal earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£74,575 per year

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

Highest paying cities for vice principals near United Kingdom

Compare average vice principal pay in United Kingdom and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage vice principal salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£74,575 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£74,575 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£74,575 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£74,575 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£74,575 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£74,575 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£74,575 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about vice principal pay in United Kingdom

How much does a vice principal earn in United Kingdom?

The average salary for a vice principal in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom a well-paid area for vice principals?

United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

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

How can a vice principal in United Kingdom increase their salary?

Vice Principals in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

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

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