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Head of Department Salary in West Yorkshire

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

Average base salary in West Yorkshire

£49,440 per year

per year in West Yorkshire · 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 Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near West Yorkshire

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Westminster£60,770 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire This location£49,440 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£49,440 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£49,440 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£48,925 per yearView jobs
Westbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£48,925 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in West Yorkshire

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

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

West Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire?

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

Head of Departments in West Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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