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Head of Department Salary in Thetford

How much does a head of department earn in Thetford?

Average base salary in Thetford

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Thetford

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Thetford This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Tewkesbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Thame£48,925 per yearView jobs
Thatcham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Thirsk£48,925 per yearView jobs
Thornbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Thurso£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Thetford

How much does a head of department earn in Thetford?

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

Thetford 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 Thetford?

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

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

Head of Departments in Thetford 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 Thetford and nationally?

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

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