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Head of Department Salary in Cornwall

How much does a head of department earn in Cornwall?

Average base salary in Cornwall

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Cornwall

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Cornwall This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Conwy£48,925 per yearView jobs
Cookstown£48,925 per yearView jobs
Corby£48,925 per yearView jobs
County Antrim£48,410 per yearView jobs
County Armagh£48,410 per yearView jobs
County Down£48,410 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Cornwall

How much does a head of department earn in Cornwall?

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

Cornwall 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 Cornwall?

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

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

Head of Departments in Cornwall 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 Cornwall and nationally?

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

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