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Head of Department Salary in Wigton

How much does a head of department earn in Wigton?

Average base salary in Wigton

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Wigton

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Wigton This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Wick£48,925 per yearView jobs
Widnes£48,925 per yearView jobs
Wigan£48,925 per yearView jobs
Wilmslow£48,925 per yearView jobs
Wiltshire£48,925 per yearView jobs
Wimborne Minster£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Wigton

How much does a head of department earn in Wigton?

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

Wigton 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 Wigton?

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

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

Head of Departments in Wigton 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 Wigton and nationally?

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

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