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Head of Department Salary in Colchester

How much does a head of department earn in Colchester?

Average base salary in Colchester

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Colchester

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

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

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Colchester

How much does a head of department earn in Colchester?

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

Colchester 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 Colchester?

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

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

Head of Departments in Colchester 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 Colchester and nationally?

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

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