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Head of Department Salary in Leicestershire

How much does a head of department earn in Leicestershire?

Average base salary in Leicestershire

£49,440 per year

per year in Leicestershire · 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 Leicestershire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Leicestershire

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

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

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Leicestershire

How much does a head of department earn in Leicestershire?

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

Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire?

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

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

Head of Departments in Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire and nationally?

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

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