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Head of Department Salary in Dumbarton

How much does a head of department earn in Dumbarton?

Average base salary in Dumbarton

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Dumbarton

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Dumbarton This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Droitwich£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dromore£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dudley£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dumfries£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dumfries and Galloway£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dundee£48,410 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Dumbarton

How much does a head of department earn in Dumbarton?

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

Dumbarton 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 Dumbarton?

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

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

Head of Departments in Dumbarton 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 Dumbarton and nationally?

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

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