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Head of Department Salary in Harlow

How much does a head of department earn in Harlow?

Average base salary in Harlow

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Harlow

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Hammersmith and Fulham£60,770 per yearView jobs
Haringey£60,770 per yearView jobs
Harrow£56,650 per yearView jobs
Harlow This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Hampshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Harpenden£48,925 per yearView jobs
Harrogate£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Harlow

How much does a head of department earn in Harlow?

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

Harlow 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 Harlow?

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

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

Head of Departments in Harlow 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 Harlow and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Harlow

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