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Chaplain Salary in Kirkwall

How much does a chaplain earn in Kirkwall?

Average base salary in Kirkwall

£27,075 per year

per year in Kirkwall · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£27,075 per year£34,200 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 Kirkwall is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chaplains near Kirkwall

Compare average chaplain pay in Kirkwall and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chaplain salaryJobs
Lambeth£33,630 per yearView jobs
Kingston upon Thames£31,350 per yearView jobs
Kirkwall This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Kirkcaldy£27,075 per yearView jobs
Kirkintilloch£27,075 per yearView jobs
Knutsford£27,075 per yearView jobs
Lampeter£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about chaplain pay in Kirkwall

How much does a chaplain earn in Kirkwall?

The average salary for a chaplain in Kirkwall is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kirkwall a well-paid area for chaplains?

Kirkwall tends to sit around 5% 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 Kirkwall?

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

How can a chaplain in Kirkwall increase their salary?

Chaplains in Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Kirkwall it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.

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