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Head of Department Salary in St Andrews

How much does a head of department earn in St Andrews?

Average base salary in St Andrews

£48,925 per year

per year in St Andrews · 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 St Andrews is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near St Andrews

Compare average head of department pay in St Andrews and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Southwark£60,770 per yearView jobs
St Albans£53,560 per yearView jobs
St Andrews This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Spalding£48,925 per yearView jobs
St Asaph£48,925 per yearView jobs
St Austell£48,925 per yearView jobs
St Davids£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in St Andrews

How much does a head of department earn in St Andrews?

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

St Andrews 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 St Andrews?

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

How can a head of department in St Andrews increase their salary?

Head of Departments in St Andrews 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 St Andrews and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in St Andrews

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