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Salary guide · Ayr

Head of Department Salary in Ayr

How much does a head of department earn in Ayr?

Average base salary in Ayr

£48,925 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,850 per year£48,925 per year£58,900 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Ayr is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Ayr

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Ayr This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ashford£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ashton-under-Lyne£48,925 per yearView jobs
Aylesbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bala£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ballycastle£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ballyclare£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Ayr

How much does a head of department earn in Ayr?

The average salary for a head of department in Ayr is £48,925 per year, typically ranging from £40,850 per year to £58,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Ayr tends to sit around 5% 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 Ayr?

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

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

Head of Departments in Ayr 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 Ayr and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Ayr it's £48,925 per year — a discount of £2,575 per year versus the UK average.

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