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Head of Department Salary in West Midlands

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

Average base salary in West Midlands

£49,440 per year

per year in West Midlands · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£41,280 per year£49,440 per year£59,520 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in West Midlands is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near West Midlands

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

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

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in West Midlands

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

The average salary for a head of department in West Midlands is £49,440 per year, typically ranging from £41,280 per year to £59,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Midlands a well-paid area for head of departments?

West Midlands tends to sit around 4% 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 Midlands?

Live head of department openings in West Midlands 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 Midlands increase their salary?

Head of Departments in West Midlands 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 Midlands and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In West Midlands it's £49,440 per year — a discount of £2,060 per year versus the UK average.

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