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Head of Department Salary in Stockport

How much does a head of department earn in Stockport?

Average base salary in Stockport

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Stockport

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Stockport This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stevenage£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stirling£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stirling (council)£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stockton-on-Tees£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stoke-on-Trent£48,925 per yearView jobs
Stonehaven£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Stockport

How much does a head of department earn in Stockport?

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

Stockport 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 Stockport?

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

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

Head of Departments in Stockport 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 Stockport and nationally?

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

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