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Head of Department Salary in Southend-on-Sea

How much does a head of department earn in Southend-on-Sea?

Average base salary in Southend-on-Sea

£48,925 per year

per year in Southend-on-Sea · 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 Southend-on-Sea is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Southend-on-Sea

Compare average head of department pay in Southend-on-Sea and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Southwark£60,770 per yearView jobs
South West England£49,440 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£49,440 per yearView jobs
Southampton£49,440 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Southport£48,925 per yearView jobs
Spalding£48,925 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Department get paid in Southend-on-Sea?

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Southend-on-Sea

How much does a head of department earn in Southend-on-Sea?

The average salary for a head of department in Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea a well-paid area for head of departments?

Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea?

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

How can a head of department in Southend-on-Sea increase their salary?

Head of Departments in Southend-on-Sea 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 Southend-on-Sea and nationally?

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

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