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Head of Department Salary in Inner London

How much does a head of department earn in Inner London?

Average base salary in Inner London

£60,770 per year

per year in Inner London · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£50,740 per year£60,770 per year£73,160 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Inner London is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Inner London

Compare average head of department pay in Inner London and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Inner London This location£60,770 per yearView jobs
Outer London£56,650 per yearView jobs
London Fringe£54,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Inner London

How much does a head of department earn in Inner London?

The average salary for a head of department in Inner London is £60,770 per year, typically ranging from £50,740 per year to £73,160 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Inner London a well-paid area for head of departments?

Inner London pays head of departments around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b.

Which schools and agencies hire head of departments in Inner London?

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

How can a head of department in Inner London increase their salary?

Head of Departments in Inner London typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between head of department pay in Inner London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Inner London it's £60,770 per year — a premium of £9,270 per year versus the UK average.

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