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Head of Department Salary in Cheshire

How much does a head of department earn in Cheshire?

Average base salary in Cheshire

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Cheshire

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Cheshire This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Cheltenham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chesham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chester£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chesterfield£48,925 per yearView jobs
Chichester£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Cheshire

How much does a head of department earn in Cheshire?

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

Cheshire 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 Cheshire?

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

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

Head of Departments in Cheshire 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 Cheshire and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Cheshire

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