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Head of Department Salary in Cockermouth

How much does a head of department earn in Cockermouth?

Average base salary in Cockermouth

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Cockermouth

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Cockermouth This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Clitheroe£48,925 per yearView jobs
Clydebank£48,925 per yearView jobs
Coatbridge£48,925 per yearView jobs
Colchester£48,925 per yearView jobs
Coleraine£48,925 per yearView jobs
Colne£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Cockermouth

How much does a head of department earn in Cockermouth?

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

Cockermouth 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 Cockermouth?

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

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

Head of Departments in Cockermouth 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 Cockermouth and nationally?

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

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