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Head of Department Salary in Dunfermline

How much does a head of department earn in Dunfermline?

Average base salary in Dunfermline

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Dunfermline

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Dunfermline This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dumfries and Galloway£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dundonald£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dungannon£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dungiven£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dunoon£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dundee£48,410 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Dunfermline

How much does a head of department earn in Dunfermline?

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

Dunfermline 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 Dunfermline?

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

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

Head of Departments in Dunfermline 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 Dunfermline and nationally?

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

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