Is head of department pay in Richmond upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — head of department pay in Richmond upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b.

Which nearby cities pay head of departments more than Richmond upon Thames?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Richmond upon Thames" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Richmond upon Thames

Head of Department Salary in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a head of department earn in Richmond upon Thames?

Average base salary in Richmond upon Thames

£56,650 per year

per year in Richmond upon Thames · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£47,300 per year£56,650 per year£68,200 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Richmond upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Richmond upon Thames

Compare average head of department pay in Richmond upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average head of department salary	Jobs
Richmond upon Thames This location	£56,650 per year	View jobs
Rhondda	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Rhondda Cynon Taf	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Rhyl	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Rickmansworth	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Ripon	£48,925 per year	View jobs
Rochdale	£48,925 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Department get paid in Richmond upon Thames?

Academic Tutor in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Accounting Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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ADHD Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Advanced Skills Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Advisory Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Alternative Provision Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a head of department earn in Richmond upon Thames?

The average salary for a head of department in Richmond upon Thames is £56,650 per year, typically ranging from £47,300 per year to £68,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Richmond upon Thames a well-paid area for head of departments?

Richmond upon Thames pays head of departments around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b.

Which schools and agencies hire head of departments in Richmond upon Thames?

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

How can a head of department in Richmond upon Thames increase their salary?

Head of Departments in Richmond upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between head of department pay in Richmond upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Richmond upon Thames it's £56,650 per year — a premium of £5,150 per year versus the UK average.

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