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Head of Department Salary in Shrewsbury

How much does a head of department earn in Shrewsbury?

Average base salary in Shrewsbury

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Shrewsbury

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Shrewsbury This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£48,925 per yearView jobs
Shetland Islands£48,925 per yearView jobs
Shipley£48,925 per yearView jobs
Shropshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sidmouth£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sittingbourne£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Shrewsbury

How much does a head of department earn in Shrewsbury?

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

Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury?

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

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

Head of Departments in Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and nationally?

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

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