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Head of Department Salary in Downpatrick

How much does a head of department earn in Downpatrick?

Average base salary in Downpatrick

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Downpatrick

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Downpatrick This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dorchester£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dorset£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dover£48,925 per yearView jobs
Droitwich£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dromore£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dudley£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Downpatrick

How much does a head of department earn in Downpatrick?

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

Downpatrick 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 Downpatrick?

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

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

Head of Departments in Downpatrick 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 Downpatrick and nationally?

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

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