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Head of Department Salary in Aberdeenshire

How much does a head of department earn in Aberdeenshire?

Average base salary in Aberdeenshire

£48,410 per year

per year in Aberdeenshire · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,420 per year£48,410 per year£58,280 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Aberdeenshire is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Aberdeenshire

Compare average head of department pay in Aberdeenshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Aberdare£48,925 per yearView jobs
Aberystwyth£48,925 per yearView jobs
Aldershot£48,925 per yearView jobs
Alloa£48,925 per yearView jobs
Aberdeenshire This location£48,410 per yearView jobs
Aberdeen£48,410 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Aberdeenshire

How much does a head of department earn in Aberdeenshire?

The average salary for a head of department in Aberdeenshire is £48,410 per year, typically ranging from £40,420 per year to £58,280 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Aberdeenshire a well-paid area for head of departments?

Aberdeenshire tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for head of departments. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire head of departments in Aberdeenshire?

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

How can a head of department in Aberdeenshire increase their salary?

Head of Departments in Aberdeenshire typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b, 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 department pay in Aberdeenshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Aberdeenshire it's £48,410 per year — a discount of £3,090 per year versus the UK average.

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