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Head of Department Salary in East Ayrshire

How much does a head of department earn in East Ayrshire?

Average base salary in East Ayrshire

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near East Ayrshire

Compare average head of department pay in East Ayrshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Ealing£56,650 per yearView jobs
East Ayrshire This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Dunstable£48,925 per yearView jobs
Durham£48,925 per yearView jobs
East Dunbartonshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
East Grinstead£48,925 per yearView jobs
East Kilbride£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in East Ayrshire

How much does a head of department earn in East Ayrshire?

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

East Ayrshire 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 East Ayrshire?

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

How can a head of department in East Ayrshire increase their salary?

Head of Departments in East Ayrshire 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 East Ayrshire and nationally?

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

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