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Head of Department Salary in Rochester

How much does a head of department earn in Rochester?

Average base salary in Rochester

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Rochester

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Rochester This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Rickmansworth£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ripon£48,925 per yearView jobs
Rochdale£48,925 per yearView jobs
Romford£48,925 per yearView jobs
Romsey£48,925 per yearView jobs
Ross-on-Wye£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Rochester

How much does a head of department earn in Rochester?

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

Rochester 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 Rochester?

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

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

Head of Departments in Rochester 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 Rochester and nationally?

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

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