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Head of Department Salary in South Ayrshire

How much does a head of department earn in South Ayrshire?

Average base salary in South Ayrshire

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near South Ayrshire

Compare average head of department pay in South Ayrshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Slough£53,560 per yearView jobs
South East England£52,530 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Solihull£48,925 per yearView jobs
Somerset£48,925 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
South Shields£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in South Ayrshire

How much does a head of department earn in South Ayrshire?

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

South Ayrshire 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 South Ayrshire?

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

How can a head of department in South Ayrshire increase their salary?

Head of Departments in South Ayrshire 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 South Ayrshire and nationally?

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

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