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Head of Department Salary in Luton

How much does a head of department earn in Luton?

Average base salary in Luton

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Luton

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Luton This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lowestoft£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ludlow£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lurgan£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lyme Regis£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lymington£48,925 per yearView jobs
Lytham St Annes£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Luton

How much does a head of department earn in Luton?

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

Luton 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 Luton?

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

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

Head of Departments in Luton 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 Luton and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Luton

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