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Head of Department Salary in West Lothian

How much does a head of department earn in West Lothian?

Average base salary in West Lothian

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near West Lothian

Compare average head of department pay in West Lothian and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
West Midlands£49,440 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£49,440 per yearView jobs
West Lothian This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Welwyn Garden City£48,925 per yearView jobs
West Bromwich£48,925 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in West Lothian

How much does a head of department earn in West Lothian?

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

West Lothian 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 West Lothian?

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

How can a head of department in West Lothian increase their salary?

Head of Departments in West Lothian 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 West Lothian and nationally?

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

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