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Head of Department Salary in Lancaster

How much does a head of department earn in Lancaster?

Average base salary in Lancaster

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Lancaster

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Lancaster This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lampeter£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lanark£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lancashire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Larbert£48,925 per yearView jobs
Largs£48,925 per yearView jobs
Larne£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Lancaster

How much does a head of department earn in Lancaster?

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

Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

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

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

Head of Departments in Lancaster 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 Lancaster and nationally?

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

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