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Head of Department Salary in Coventry

How much does a head of department earn in Coventry?

Average base salary in Coventry

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Coventry

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Coventry This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Cowbridge£48,925 per yearView jobs
Craigavon£48,925 per yearView jobs
Cramlington£48,925 per yearView jobs
County Fermanagh£48,410 per yearView jobs
County Londonderry£48,410 per yearView jobs
County Tyrone£48,410 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Coventry

How much does a head of department earn in Coventry?

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

Coventry 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 Coventry?

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

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

Head of Departments in Coventry 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 Coventry and nationally?

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

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