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Head of Department Salary in Carrickfergus

How much does a head of department earn in Carrickfergus?

Average base salary in Carrickfergus

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Carrickfergus

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Carrickfergus This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Carlisle£48,925 per yearView jobs
Carluke£48,925 per yearView jobs
Carmarthen£48,925 per yearView jobs
Castlederg£48,925 per yearView jobs
Castleford£48,925 per yearView jobs
Castlereagh£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Carrickfergus

How much does a head of department earn in Carrickfergus?

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

Carrickfergus 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 Carrickfergus?

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

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

Head of Departments in Carrickfergus 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 Carrickfergus and nationally?

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

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