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Head of Department Salary in Cheltenham

How much does a head of department earn in Cheltenham?

Average base salary in Cheltenham

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Cheltenham

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Cheltenham

How much does a head of department earn in Cheltenham?

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

Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?

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

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

Head of Departments in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and nationally?

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

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