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Head of Department Salary in Prestwich

How much does a head of department earn in Prestwich?

Average base salary in Prestwich

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Prestwich

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Prestwich This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Powys£48,925 per yearView jobs
Prestatyn£48,925 per yearView jobs
Preston£48,925 per yearView jobs
Prestwick£48,925 per yearView jobs
Pwllheli£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ramsgate£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Prestwich

How much does a head of department earn in Prestwich?

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

Prestwich 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 Prestwich?

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

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

Head of Departments in Prestwich 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 Prestwich and nationally?

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

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