Salary guide
How much does a head of department make in the United Kingdom?
Average base salary
£51,500 per year
per year in United Kingdom · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b
Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment).
Where head of departments earn the most across the UK.
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The average salary for a head of department in the United Kingdom is £51,500 per year. Pay typically ranges from £43,000 per year to £62,000 per year depending on experience, phase and location.
Head of Departments in Inner London and Outer London typically earn the most, with pay boosted by London weighting. See the "Highest paying cities" section above for a full breakdown.
Head of Department pay is set by MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b.
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