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Head of Science Salary in Sunderland

How much does a head of science earn in Sunderland?

Average base salary in Sunderland

£47,500 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£38,950 per year£47,500 per year£57,950 per year

Head of Science salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Head of Science pay in Sunderland is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for head of sciences near Sunderland

Compare average head of science pay in Sunderland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage head of science salaryJobs
Sutton£55,000 per yearView jobs
Surrey£52,000 per yearView jobs
Sunderland This location£47,500 per yearView jobs
Stroud£47,500 per yearView jobs
Sudbury£47,500 per yearView jobs
Suffolk£47,500 per yearView jobs
Sutton Coldfield£47,500 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Head of Science get paid in Sunderland?

Frequently asked questions about head of science pay in Sunderland

How much does a head of science earn in Sunderland?

The average salary for a head of science in Sunderland is £47,500 per year, typically ranging from £38,950 per year to £57,950 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Sunderland a well-paid area for head of sciences?

Sunderland 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.

Which schools and agencies hire head of sciences in Sunderland?

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

How can a head of science in Sunderland increase their salary?

Head of Sciences in Sunderland 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 science pay in Sunderland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £50,000 per year. In Sunderland it's £47,500 per year — a discount of £2,500 per year versus the UK average.

Head of Science jobs in Sunderland

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