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Head of Department Salary in Orkney Islands

How much does a head of department earn in Orkney Islands?

Average base salary in Orkney Islands

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Orkney Islands

Compare average head of department pay in Orkney Islands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Orkney Islands This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Okehampton£48,925 per yearView jobs
Oldham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Omagh£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ormskirk£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ossett£48,925 per yearView jobs
Oswestry£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Orkney Islands

How much does a head of department earn in Orkney Islands?

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

Orkney Islands 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 Orkney Islands?

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

How can a head of department in Orkney Islands increase their salary?

Head of Departments in Orkney Islands 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 Orkney Islands and nationally?

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

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