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Head of Department Salary in Northampton

How much does a head of department earn in Northampton?

Average base salary in Northampton

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Northampton

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
North West England£49,440 per yearView jobs
North Yorkshire£49,440 per yearView jobs
Northampton This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Northallerton£48,925 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£48,925 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland£48,410 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Northampton

How much does a head of department earn in Northampton?

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

Northampton 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 Northampton?

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

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

Head of Departments in Northampton 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 Northampton and nationally?

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

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