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Head of Department Salary in Nottingham

How much does a head of department earn in Nottingham?

Average base salary in Nottingham

£49,440 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£41,280 per year£49,440 per year£59,520 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Nottingham is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Nottingham

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Nottingham This location£49,440 per yearView jobs
Nottinghamshire£49,440 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£48,925 per yearView jobs
Northwich£48,925 per yearView jobs
Norwich£48,925 per yearView jobs
Nuneaton£48,925 per yearView jobs
Oakham£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Nottingham

How much does a head of department earn in Nottingham?

The average salary for a head of department in Nottingham is £49,440 per year, typically ranging from £41,280 per year to £59,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Nottingham tends to sit around 4% 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 Nottingham?

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

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

Head of Departments in Nottingham 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 Nottingham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Nottingham it's £49,440 per year — a discount of £2,060 per year versus the UK average.

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