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Head of Department Salary in Dorchester

How much does a head of department earn in Dorchester?

Average base salary in Dorchester

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Dorchester

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Dorchester This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dolgellau£48,925 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£48,925 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dorset£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dover£48,925 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Dorchester

How much does a head of department earn in Dorchester?

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

Dorchester 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 Dorchester?

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

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

Head of Departments in Dorchester 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 Dorchester and nationally?

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

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