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Head of Department Salary in South Lanarkshire

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

Average base salary in South Lanarkshire

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near South Lanarkshire

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
South East England£52,530 per yearView jobs
South West England£49,440 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£49,440 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Somerset£48,925 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£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 Lanarkshire

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

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

South Lanarkshire 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 Lanarkshire?

Live head of department openings in South Lanarkshire 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 Lanarkshire increase their salary?

Head of Departments in South Lanarkshire 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 Lanarkshire and nationally?

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

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