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Head of Physical Education Salary in Scotland

How much does a head of physical education 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 Physical Education salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Physical Education pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of physical educations near Scotland

Compare average head of physical education pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of physical education 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 Physical Education get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about head of physical education pay in Scotland

How much does a head of physical education earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a head of physical education 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 physical educations?

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

Which schools and agencies hire head of physical educations in Scotland?

Live head of physical education 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 physical education in Scotland increase their salary?

Head of Physical Educations 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 physical education 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.

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