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Head of Department Salary in Newcastle

How much does a head of department earn in Newcastle?

Average base salary in Newcastle

£48,410 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,420 per year£48,410 per year£58,280 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Newcastle is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Newcastle

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne£49,440 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£48,925 per yearView jobs
Durham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£48,925 per yearView jobs
Newcastle This location£48,410 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Newcastle

How much does a head of department earn in Newcastle?

The average salary for a head of department in Newcastle is £48,410 per year, typically ranging from £40,420 per year to £58,280 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Newcastle tends to sit around 6% 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 Newcastle?

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

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

Head of Departments in Newcastle 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 Newcastle and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Newcastle it's £48,410 per year — a discount of £3,090 per year versus the UK average.

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