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Head of Department Salary in Shaftesbury

How much does a head of department earn in Shaftesbury?

Average base salary in Shaftesbury

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Shaftesbury

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Shaftesbury This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Seaham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Selkirk£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sevenoaks£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£48,925 per yearView jobs
Shetland Islands£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Shaftesbury

How much does a head of department earn in Shaftesbury?

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

Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury?

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

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

Head of Departments in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury and nationally?

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

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