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Head of Department Salary in Chelmsford

How much does a head of department earn in Chelmsford?

Average base salary in Chelmsford

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Chelmsford

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Chelmsford This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Castlereagh£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ceredigion£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chatham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Cheltenham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chesham£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Chelmsford

How much does a head of department earn in Chelmsford?

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

Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford?

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

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

Head of Departments in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and nationally?

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

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