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Head of Department Salary in Perth

How much does a head of department earn in Perth?

Average base salary in Perth

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Perth

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Perth This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Pembroke Dock£48,925 per yearView jobs
Pembrokeshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Penarth£48,925 per yearView jobs
Perth and Kinross£48,925 per yearView jobs
Peterborough£48,925 per yearView jobs
Peterhead£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Perth

How much does a head of department earn in Perth?

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

Perth 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 Perth?

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

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

Head of Departments in Perth 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 Perth and nationally?

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

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