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Head of Department Salary in Telford

How much does a head of department earn in Telford?

Average base salary in Telford

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Telford

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Telford This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Tavistock£48,925 per yearView jobs
Teddington£48,925 per yearView jobs
Teignmouth£48,925 per yearView jobs
Tenby£48,925 per yearView jobs
Tenterden£48,925 per yearView jobs
Tewkesbury£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Telford

How much does a head of department earn in Telford?

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

Telford 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 Telford?

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

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

Head of Departments in Telford 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 Telford and nationally?

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

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