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Director of Primary Education Salary in Dorset

How much does a director of primary education earn in Dorset?

Average base salary in Dorset

£47,500 per year

per year in Dorset · MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£38,950 per year£47,500 per year£57,950 per year

Director of Primary Education salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Director of Primary Education pay in Dorset is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for director of primary educations near Dorset

Compare average director of primary education pay in Dorset and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage director of primary education salaryJobs
Dorset This location£47,500 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£47,500 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£47,500 per yearView jobs
Dorchester£47,500 per yearView jobs
Dover£47,500 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£47,500 per yearView jobs
Droitwich£47,500 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Director of Primary Education get paid in Dorset?

Frequently asked questions about director of primary education pay in Dorset

How much does a director of primary education earn in Dorset?

The average salary for a director of primary education in Dorset 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 Dorset a well-paid area for director of primary educations?

Dorset tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for director of primary educations. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire director of primary educations in Dorset?

Live director of primary education openings in Dorset rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a director of primary education in Dorset increase their salary?

Director of Primary Educations in Dorset 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 director of primary education pay in Dorset and nationally?

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

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