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Head of Department Salary in Stirling

How much does a head of department earn in Stirling?

Average base salary in Stirling

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Stirling

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Stirling This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Staines-upon-Thames£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stamford£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stevenage£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stirling (council)£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stockport£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stockton-on-Tees£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Stirling

How much does a head of department earn in Stirling?

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

Stirling 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 Stirling?

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

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

Head of Departments in Stirling 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 Stirling and nationally?

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

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