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Head of Department Salary in Southampton

How much does a head of department earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£49,440 per year

per year in Southampton · 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 Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Southampton

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Southwark£60,770 per yearView jobs
Southampton This location£49,440 per yearView jobs
South West England£49,440 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£49,440 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 Southampton?

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Southampton

How much does a head of department earn in Southampton?

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

Southampton 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 Southampton?

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

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

Head of Departments in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

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

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