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Head of Music Salary in Manchester

How much does a head of music earn in Manchester?

Average base salary in Manchester

£49,000 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£40,180 per year£49,000 per year£59,780 per year

Head of Music salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Music pay in Manchester is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of musics near Manchester

Compare average head of music pay in Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of music salaryJobs
Manchester This location£49,000 per yearView jobs
Leeds£48,000 per yearView jobs
Liverpool£47,500 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£47,500 per yearView jobs
Stockport£47,500 per yearView jobs
Bolton£47,500 per yearView jobs
Salford£47,500 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Music get paid in Manchester?

Frequently asked questions about head of music pay in Manchester

How much does a head of music earn in Manchester?

The average salary for a head of music in Manchester is £49,000 per year, typically ranging from £40,180 per year to £59,780 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Manchester a well-paid area for head of musics?

Manchester tends to sit around 2% below the UK average for head of musics. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire head of musics in Manchester?

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

How can a head of music in Manchester increase their salary?

Head of Musics in Manchester 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 music pay in Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Manchester it's £49,000 per year — a discount of £1,000 per year versus the UK average.

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