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Head of Department Salary in Chester

How much does a head of department earn in Chester?

Average base salary in Chester

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Chester

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Chester

How much does a head of department earn in Chester?

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

Chester 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 Chester?

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

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

Head of Departments in Chester 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 Chester and nationally?

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

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