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Head of Department Salary in Ballymena

How much does a head of department earn in Ballymena?

Average base salary in Ballymena

£48,925 per year

per year in Ballymena · 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 Ballymena is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Ballymena

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Ballymena This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bala£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ballycastle£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ballyclare£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ballymoney£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ballynahinch£48,925 per yearView jobs
Banbridge£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Ballymena

How much does a head of department earn in Ballymena?

The average salary for a head of department in Ballymena 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 Ballymena a well-paid area for head of departments?

Ballymena 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 Ballymena?

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

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

Head of Departments in Ballymena 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 Ballymena and nationally?

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

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