Salary guide · Southampton
How much does a head of science earn in Southampton?
Average base salary in Southampton
£48,000 per year
per year in Southampton · 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 Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.
Compare average head of science pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average head of science salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Southwark | £59,000 per year | View jobs |
| Southampton This location | £48,000 per year | View jobs |
| South West England | £48,000 per year | View jobs |
| South Yorkshire | £48,000 per year | View jobs |
| South Shields | £47,500 per year | View jobs |
| Southend-on-Sea | £47,500 per year | View jobs |
| Southport | £47,500 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a head of science in Southampton is £48,000 per year, typically ranging from £39,360 per year to £58,560 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Southampton tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for head of sciences. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live head of science openings in Southampton rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Head of Sciences in Southampton 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 Southampton it's £48,000 per year — a discount of £2,000 per year versus the UK average.
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