Is head of religious studies pay in Greater London higher than the UK average?

Yes — head of religious studies pay in Greater London runs about 15% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable.

Which nearby cities pay head of religious studiess more than Greater London?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Greater London" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Greater London

Head of Religious Studies Salary in Greater London

How much does a head of religious studies earn in Greater London?

Average base salary in Greater London

£57,500 per year

per year in Greater London · MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£47,150 per year£57,500 per year£70,150 per year

Head of Religious Studies salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Religious Studies pay in Greater London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for head of religious studiess near Greater London

Compare average head of religious studies pay in Greater London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average head of religious studies salary	Jobs
Greater London This location	£57,500 per year	View jobs
Greenwich	£55,000 per year	View jobs
Greater Manchester	£49,500 per year	View jobs
Gravesend	£47,500 per year	View jobs
Grays	£47,500 per year	View jobs
Great Yarmouth	£47,500 per year	View jobs
Greenock	£47,500 per year	View jobs

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Frequently asked questions about head of religious studies pay in Greater London

How much does a head of religious studies earn in Greater London?

The average salary for a head of religious studies in Greater London is £57,500 per year, typically ranging from £47,150 per year to £70,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Greater London a well-paid area for head of religious studiess?

Greater London pays head of religious studiess around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable.

Which schools and agencies hire head of religious studiess in Greater London?

Live head of religious studies openings in Greater London rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a head of religious studies in Greater London increase their salary?

Head of Religious Studiess in Greater London typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between head of religious studies pay in Greater London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Greater London it's £57,500 per year — a premium of £7,500 per year versus the UK average.

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