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Head of Computing Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a head of computing earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£49,500 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,590 per year£49,500 per year£60,390 per year

Head of Computing salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Computing pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of computings near Edinburgh

Compare average head of computing pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of computing salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£49,500 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£49,500 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£47,500 per yearView jobs
Livingston£47,500 per yearView jobs
Stirling£47,500 per yearView jobs
Dundee£47,000 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Computing get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about head of computing pay in Edinburgh

How much does a head of computing earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a head of computing in Edinburgh is £49,500 per year, typically ranging from £40,590 per year to £60,390 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for head of computings?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for head of computings. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire head of computings in Edinburgh?

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

How can a head of computing in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Head of Computings in Edinburgh 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 computing pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Edinburgh it's £49,500 per year — a discount of £500 per year versus the UK average.

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