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Chaplain Salary in Manchester

How much does a chaplain earn in Manchester?

Average base salary in Manchester

£27,930 per year

per year in Manchester · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,560 per year£27,930 per year£35,280 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 Manchester is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chaplains near Manchester

Compare average chaplain pay in Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chaplain salaryJobs
Manchester This location£27,930 per yearView jobs
Leeds£27,360 per yearView jobs
Liverpool£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£27,075 per yearView jobs
Stockport£27,075 per yearView jobs
Bolton£27,075 per yearView jobs
Salford£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about chaplain pay in Manchester

How much does a chaplain earn in Manchester?

The average salary for a chaplain in Manchester is £27,930 per year, typically ranging from £21,560 per year to £35,280 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Manchester a well-paid area for chaplains?

Manchester tends to sit around 2% 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 Manchester?

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

How can a chaplain in Manchester increase their salary?

Chaplains in Manchester 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 Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Manchester it's £27,930 per year — a discount of £570 per year versus the UK average.

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