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Chaplain Salary in Shaftesbury

How much does a chaplain earn in Shaftesbury?

Average base salary in Shaftesbury

£27,075 per year

per year in Shaftesbury · 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 Shaftesbury is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chaplains near Shaftesbury

Compare average chaplain pay in Shaftesbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chaplain salaryJobs
Shaftesbury This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Seaham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Selkirk£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sevenoaks£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£27,075 per yearView jobs
Shetland Islands£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about chaplain pay in Shaftesbury

How much does a chaplain earn in Shaftesbury?

The average salary for a chaplain in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury a well-paid area for chaplains?

Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury?

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

How can a chaplain in Shaftesbury increase their salary?

Chaplains in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury and nationally?

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

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