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Head of Department Salary in Blackburn

How much does a head of department earn in Blackburn?

Average base salary in Blackburn

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Blackburn

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Blackburn This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bishop Auckland£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bishop's Stortford£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bishopbriggs£48,925 per yearView jobs
Blackpool£48,925 per yearView jobs
Blackwood£48,925 per yearView jobs
Blaenau Gwent£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Blackburn

How much does a head of department earn in Blackburn?

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

Blackburn 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 Blackburn?

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

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

Head of Departments in Blackburn 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 Blackburn and nationally?

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

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