Is head of department pay in City of London higher than the UK average?

Yes — head of department pay in City of London runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b.

Which nearby cities pay head of departments more than City of London?

Use the "Highest paying cities near City of London" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · City of London

Head of Department Salary in City of London

How much does a head of department earn in City of London?

Average base salary in City of London

£60,770 per year

per year in City of London · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£50,740 per year£60,770 per year£73,160 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in City of London is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near City of London

Compare average head of department pay in City of London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average head of department salary	Jobs
City of London This location	£60,770 per year	View jobs
Chorley	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Christchurch	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Cirencester	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Clackmannanshire	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Clacton-on-Sea	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Clevedon	£48,925 per year	View jobs

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

Academic Tutor in City of London

Average

£48,970 per year

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Accounting Teacher in City of London

Average

£48,970 per year

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ADHD Teacher in City of London

Average

£48,970 per year

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Advanced Skills Teacher in City of London

Average

£48,970 per year

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Advisory Teacher in City of London

Average

£48,970 per year

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Alternative Provision Teacher in City of London

Average

£48,970 per year

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in City of London

How much does a head of department earn in City of London?

The average salary for a head of department in City of London is £60,770 per year, typically ranging from £50,740 per year to £73,160 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is City of London a well-paid area for head of departments?

City of London pays head of departments around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b.

Which schools and agencies hire head of departments in City of London?

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

How can a head of department in City of London increase their salary?

Head of Departments in City of London typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between head of department pay in City of London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In City of London it's £60,770 per year — a premium of £9,270 per year versus the UK average.

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