Head teachers and principals
SOC 2020 code 2321 · Also called: head master (secondary school), head teacher (primary school), principal (further education)
- Going rate
- National pay scale
- Skill level
- RQF 6 or above
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Skilled Worker status
How evidence worksSOC 2321 (Head teachers and principals) is a Skilled Worker occupation code at RQF 6 or above under the rules in force on 8 Nov 2026.
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Rules in force on 8 Nov 2026SOC 2321 is paid on national pay scales: the requirement is the pay scale for the job. GOV.UK’s Appendix Skilled Occupations lists the scales.
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What is the going rate for SOC 2321?
SOC 2321 is paid on national pay scales: the going rate is the pay scale for the job, not one published figure. GOV.UK’s Appendix Skilled Occupations lists the scales.
Is SOC 2321 a Skilled Worker occupation code?
SOC 2321 (Head teachers and principals) is a Skilled Worker occupation code at RQF 6 or above under the rules in force on 8 Nov 2026.
Which job titles are in SOC 2321?
Head master (secondary school), head teacher (primary school), principal (further education) and rector (university).