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Head of Department Salary in South Yorkshire

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

Average base salary in South Yorkshire

£49,440 per year

per year in South Yorkshire · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£41,280 per year£49,440 per year£59,520 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in South Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near South Yorkshire

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
South Yorkshire This location£49,440 per yearView jobs
South West England£49,440 per yearView jobs
Southampton£49,440 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
South Shields£48,925 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£48,925 per yearView jobs
Southport£48,925 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Department get paid in South Yorkshire?

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in South Yorkshire

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

The average salary for a head of department in South Yorkshire is £49,440 per year, typically ranging from £41,280 per year to £59,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is South Yorkshire a well-paid area for head of departments?

South Yorkshire tends to sit around 4% 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 Yorkshire?

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

Head of Departments in South Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In South Yorkshire it's £49,440 per year — a discount of £2,060 per year versus the UK average.

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