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Head of Department Salary in North Ayrshire

How much does a head of department earn in North Ayrshire?

Average base salary in North Ayrshire

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near North Ayrshire

Compare average head of department pay in North Ayrshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
North East England£49,440 per yearView jobs
North West England£49,440 per yearView jobs
North Ayrshire This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Newtownabbey£48,925 per yearView jobs
Newtownards£48,925 per yearView jobs
Norfolk£48,925 per yearView jobs
North Lanarkshire£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in North Ayrshire

How much does a head of department earn in North Ayrshire?

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

North Ayrshire 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 North Ayrshire?

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

How can a head of department in North Ayrshire increase their salary?

Head of Departments in North Ayrshire 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 North Ayrshire and nationally?

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

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