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Head of Department Salary in Leicester

How much does a head of department earn in Leicester?

Average base salary in Leicester

£49,440 per year

per year in Leicester · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£41,280 per year£49,440 per year£59,520 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Leicester is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Leicester

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Leicester This location£49,440 per yearView jobs
Leeds£49,440 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£49,440 per yearView jobs
Ledbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Leek£48,925 per yearView jobs
Leigh£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Leicester

How much does a head of department earn in Leicester?

The average salary for a head of department in Leicester is £49,440 per year, typically ranging from £41,280 per year to £59,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leicester a well-paid area for head of departments?

Leicester tends to sit around 4% 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 Leicester?

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

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

Head of Departments in Leicester 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 Leicester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Leicester it's £49,440 per year — a discount of £2,060 per year versus the UK average.

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