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Head of Department Salary in Kettering

How much does a head of department earn in Kettering?

Average base salary in Kettering

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Kettering

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Kensington and Chelsea£60,770 per yearView jobs
Kettering This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Kent£48,925 per yearView jobs
Keswick£48,925 per yearView jobs
Kidderminster£48,925 per yearView jobs
Kidwelly£48,925 per yearView jobs
Kilkeel£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Kettering

How much does a head of department earn in Kettering?

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

Kettering 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 Kettering?

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

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

Head of Departments in Kettering 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 Kettering and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Kettering

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