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Head of Department Salary in Western Isles

How much does a head of department earn in Western Isles?

Average base salary in Western Isles

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Western Isles

Compare average head of department pay in Western Isles and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Westminster£60,770 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£49,440 per yearView jobs
Western Isles This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£48,925 per yearView jobs
Westbury£48,925 per yearView jobs
Weston-super-Mare£48,925 per yearView jobs
Wetherby£48,925 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Department get paid in Western Isles?

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Western Isles

How much does a head of department earn in Western Isles?

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

Western Isles 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 Western Isles?

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

How can a head of department in Western Isles increase their salary?

Head of Departments in Western Isles 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 Western Isles and nationally?

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

Head of Department jobs in Western Isles

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