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Head of Chemistry Salary in Southampton

How much does a head of chemistry earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£48,000 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£39,360 per year£48,000 per year£58,560 per year

Head of Chemistry salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Chemistry pay in Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of chemistrys near Southampton

Compare average head of chemistry pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of chemistry salaryJobs
Southwark£59,000 per yearView jobs
Southampton This location£48,000 per yearView jobs
South West England£48,000 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£48,000 per yearView jobs
South Shields£47,500 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£47,500 per yearView jobs
Southport£47,500 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Chemistry get paid in Southampton?

Frequently asked questions about head of chemistry pay in Southampton

How much does a head of chemistry earn in Southampton?

The average salary for a head of chemistry in Southampton is £48,000 per year, typically ranging from £39,360 per year to £58,560 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Southampton a well-paid area for head of chemistrys?

Southampton tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for head of chemistrys. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire head of chemistrys in Southampton?

Live head of chemistry openings in Southampton rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a head of chemistry in Southampton increase their salary?

Head of Chemistrys in Southampton 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 head of chemistry pay in Southampton and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Southampton it's £48,000 per year — a discount of £2,000 per year versus the UK average.

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