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Chaplain Salary in County Down

How much does a chaplain earn in County Down?

Average base salary in County Down

£26,790 per year

per year in County Down · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£26,790 per year£33,840 per year

Chaplain salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical chaplain pay across the UK. Chaplain pay in County Down is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chaplains near County Down

Compare average chaplain pay in County Down and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chaplain salaryJobs
Cornwall£27,075 per yearView jobs
County Down This location£26,790 per yearView jobs
County Antrim£26,790 per yearView jobs
County Armagh£26,790 per yearView jobs
County Fermanagh£26,790 per yearView jobs
County Londonderry£26,790 per yearView jobs
County Tyrone£26,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about chaplain pay in County Down

How much does a chaplain earn in County Down?

The average salary for a chaplain in County Down is £26,790 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £33,840 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is County Down a well-paid area for chaplains?

County Down tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for chaplains. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire chaplains in County Down?

Live chaplain openings in County Down rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a chaplain in County Down increase their salary?

Chaplains in County Down typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set 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 chaplain pay in County Down and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In County Down it's £26,790 per year — a discount of £1,710 per year versus the UK average.

Chaplain jobs in County Down

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