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Head of Department Salary in Westminster

How much does a head of department earn in Westminster?

Average base salary in Westminster

£60,770 per year

per year in Westminster · MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£50,740 per year£60,770 per year£73,160 per year

Leads a subject department. Paid on MPS/UPS plus a TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment). Head of Department pay in Westminster is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Westminster

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

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

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

Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Westminster

How much does a head of department earn in Westminster?

The average salary for a head of department in Westminster is £60,770 per year, typically ranging from £50,740 per year to £73,160 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Westminster a well-paid area for head of departments?

Westminster pays head of departments around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b.

Which schools and agencies hire head of departments in Westminster?

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

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

Head of Departments in Westminster typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR2a–TLR1b, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between head of department pay in Westminster and nationally?

Nationally the average is £51,500 per year. In Westminster it's £60,770 per year — a premium of £9,270 per year versus the UK average.

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