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Head of Engineering Salary in Scotland

How much does a head of engineering earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£47,000 per year

per year in Scotland · MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£38,540 per year£47,000 per year£57,340 per year

Head of Engineering salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Engineering pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of engineerings near Scotland

Compare average head of engineering pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of engineering salaryJobs
Sandbach£47,500 per yearView jobs
Sandown£47,500 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£47,500 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£47,500 per yearView jobs
Seaford£47,500 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£47,000 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£47,000 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Engineering get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about head of engineering pay in Scotland

How much does a head of engineering earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a head of engineering in Scotland is £47,000 per year, typically ranging from £38,540 per year to £57,340 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for head of engineerings?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for head of engineerings. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire head of engineerings in Scotland?

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

How can a head of engineering in Scotland increase their salary?

Head of Engineerings in Scotland typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable, 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 engineering pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Scotland it's £47,000 per year — a discount of £3,000 per year versus the UK average.

Head of Engineering jobs in Scotland

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