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Head of Department Salary in Tonbridge

How much does a head of department earn in Tonbridge?

Average base salary in Tonbridge

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Tonbridge

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Tonbridge This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Thurso£48,925 per yearView jobs
Tiverton£48,925 per yearView jobs
Todmorden£48,925 per yearView jobs
Tonypandy£48,925 per yearView jobs
Torfaen£48,925 per yearView jobs
Torquay£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Tonbridge

How much does a head of department earn in Tonbridge?

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

Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge?

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

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

Head of Departments in Tonbridge 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 Tonbridge and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Tonbridge

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