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Head of Department Salary in Wolverhampton

How much does a head of department earn in Wolverhampton?

Average base salary in Wolverhampton

£48,925 per year

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

Highest paying cities for head of departments near Wolverhampton

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

CityAverage head of department salaryJobs
Wolverhampton This location£48,925 per yearView jobs
Witney£48,925 per yearView jobs
Woking£48,925 per yearView jobs
Wokingham£48,925 per yearView jobs
Woodbridge£48,925 per yearView jobs
Worcester£48,925 per yearView jobs
Worcestershire£48,925 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of department pay in Wolverhampton

How much does a head of department earn in Wolverhampton?

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

Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton?

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

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

Head of Departments in Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton and nationally?

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

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