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Head of Department Salary in Basildon

How much does a head of department earn in Basildon?

Average base salary in Basildon

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Basildon

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Basildon This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Barnstaple£48,925 per yearView jobs
Barrow-in-Furness£48,925 per yearView jobs
Barry£48,925 per yearView jobs
Basingstoke£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bath£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bathgate£48,925 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Department get paid in Basildon?

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Basildon

How much does a head of department earn in Basildon?

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

Basildon 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 Basildon?

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

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

Head of Departments in Basildon 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 Basildon and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Basildon

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