Head teachers and principals vs Other psychologists Salary (2025)

How do Head teachers and principals and Other psychologists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Head teachers and principals earns £40,773 more per year (125% higher)

Head teachers and principals

£73,276
per year
vs

Other psychologists

£32,503
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricHead teachers and principalsOther psychologistsDifference
Median Annual£73,276£32,503+£40,773
Mean Annual£75,604£38,686+£36,918
Monthly£6,106£2,709+£3,397
Weekly£1,409£625+£784
Hourly£35.23£15.63+£19.60

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileHead teachers and principalsOther psychologists
10th (Entry)£47,933£23,429
25th£63,816£0
50th (Median)£73,276£32,503
75th£85,533£49,941
90th (Senior)£0£0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Head teachers and principals or a Other psychologists?
A Head teachers and principals earns more. The median salary for a Head teachers and principals is £73,276, whilst a Other psychologists earns £32,503 — a difference of £40,773 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Head teachers and principals and a Other psychologists?
The difference is £40,773 per year. Head teachers and principals is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Head teachers and principals or a Other psychologists?
From a salary perspective, Head teachers and principals offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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