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Head of Department Salary in Sittingbourne

How much does a head of department earn in Sittingbourne?

Average base salary in Sittingbourne

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Sittingbourne

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Sittingbourne This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Shrewsbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Shropshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Sidmouth£48,925 per yearView jobs
Skegness£48,925 per yearView jobs
Skelmersdale£48,925 per yearView jobs
Skipton£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Sittingbourne

How much does a head of department earn in Sittingbourne?

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

Sittingbourne 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 Sittingbourne?

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

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

Head of Departments in Sittingbourne 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 Sittingbourne and nationally?

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

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