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Head of Department Salary in Maidstone

How much does a head of department earn in Maidstone?

Average base salary in Maidstone

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Maidstone

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Maidstone This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Maesteg£48,925 per yearView jobs
Magherafelt£48,925 per yearView jobs
Maidenhead£48,925 per yearView jobs
Maldon£48,925 per yearView jobs
Malmesbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Malton£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Maidstone

How much does a head of department earn in Maidstone?

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

Maidstone 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 Maidstone?

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

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

Head of Departments in Maidstone 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 Maidstone and nationally?

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

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