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Head of Department Salary in Milton Keynes

How much does a head of department earn in Milton Keynes?

Average base salary in Milton Keynes

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Milton Keynes

Compare average head of department pay in Milton Keynes and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Milton Keynes This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Midhurst£48,925 per yearView jobs
Midlothian£48,925 per yearView jobs
Milford Haven£48,925 per yearView jobs
Minehead£48,925 per yearView jobs
Mold£48,925 per yearView jobs
Monmouth£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Milton Keynes

How much does a head of department earn in Milton Keynes?

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

Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes?

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

How can a head of department in Milton Keynes increase their salary?

Head of Departments in Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Milton Keynes

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