Salary guide · England
How much does a head of science earn in England?
Average base salary in England
£47,500 per year
per year in England · MPS/UPS + TLR where applicable
Head of Science salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Science pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average head of science pay in England and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a head of science in England is £47,500 per year, typically ranging from £38,950 per year to £57,950 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
England tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for head of sciences. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
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Head of Sciences in England 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.
Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In England it's £47,500 per year — a discount of £2,500 per year versus the UK average.
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