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Assistant Bursar Salary in Edinburgh

How much does an assistant bursar earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£38,115 per year

per year in Edinburgh · NJC or trust-set operations scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£29,700 per year£38,115 per year£51,480 per year

Assistant Bursar salaries vary by school size, trust structure and the level of finance, HR or operational responsibility. Assistant Bursar pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for assistant bursars near Edinburgh

Compare average assistant bursar pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant bursar salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£38,115 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£38,115 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£36,575 per yearView jobs
Livingston£36,575 per yearView jobs
Stirling£36,575 per yearView jobs
Dundee£36,190 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Assistant Bursar get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about assistant bursar pay in Edinburgh

How much does an assistant bursar earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for an assistant bursar in Edinburgh is £38,115 per year, typically ranging from £29,700 per year to £51,480 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for assistant bursars?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for assistant bursars. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire assistant bursars in Edinburgh?

Live assistant bursar openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an assistant bursar in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Assistant Bursars in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up NJC or trust-set operations scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between assistant bursar pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £38,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £38,115 per year — a discount of £385 per year versus the UK average.

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