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Subject Leader Salary in Dorset

How much does a subject leader earn in Dorset?

Average base salary in Dorset

£47,500 per year

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

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

Subject Leader salaries usually combine classroom teacher pay with additional responsibility payments where the role carries leadership duties. Subject Leader pay in Dorset is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for subject leaders near Dorset

Compare average subject leader pay in Dorset and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage subject leader salaryJobs
Dorset This location£47,500 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£47,500 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£47,500 per yearView jobs
Dorchester£47,500 per yearView jobs
Dover£47,500 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£47,500 per yearView jobs
Droitwich£47,500 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Subject Leader get paid in Dorset?

Frequently asked questions about subject leader pay in Dorset

How much does a subject leader earn in Dorset?

The average salary for a subject leader in Dorset 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 Dorset a well-paid area for subject leaders?

Dorset tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for subject leaders. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire subject leaders in Dorset?

Live subject leader openings in Dorset rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a subject leader in Dorset increase their salary?

Subject Leaders in Dorset 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 subject leader pay in Dorset and nationally?

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

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