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Head of Department Salary in Scarborough

How much does a head of department earn in Scarborough?

Average base salary in Scarborough

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Scarborough

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Scarborough This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Saltcoats£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sandbach£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sandown£48,925 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£48,925 per yearView jobs
Scotland£48,410 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£48,410 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Department get paid in Scarborough?

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Scarborough

How much does a head of department earn in Scarborough?

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

Scarborough 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 Scarborough?

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

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

Head of Departments in Scarborough 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 Scarborough and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Scarborough

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