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Head of Department Salary in Manchester

How much does a head of department earn in Manchester?

Average base salary in Manchester

£50,470 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£42,140 per year£50,470 per year£60,760 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Manchester is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Head of Department job openings in Manchester

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Highest paying cities for head of departments near Manchester

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Manchester This location£50,470 per yearView jobs
Leeds£49,440 per yearView jobs
Liverpool£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stockport£48,925 per yearView jobs
Bolton£48,925 per yearView jobs
Salford£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Manchester

How much does a head of department earn in Manchester?

The average salary for a head of department in Manchester is £50,470 per year, typically ranging from £42,140 per year to £60,760 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Manchester tends to sit around 2% 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 Manchester?

There are currently 1 live head of department opening in Manchester on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

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

Head of Departments in Manchester 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 Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Manchester it's £50,470 per year — a discount of £1,030 per year versus the UK average.

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