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Head of Department Salary in East Sussex

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

Average base salary in East Sussex

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near East Sussex

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
East of England£52,530 per yearView jobs
Edinburgh£50,985 per yearView jobs
East Riding of Yorkshire£49,440 per yearView jobs
East Sussex This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Eastbourne£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ebbw Vale£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in East Sussex

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

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

East Sussex 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 Sussex?

Live head of department openings in East Sussex 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 Sussex increase their salary?

Head of Departments in East Sussex 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 Sussex and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in East Sussex

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