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Chaplain Salary in Swansea

How much does a chaplain earn in Swansea?

Average base salary in Swansea

£26,790 per year

per year in Swansea · 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 Swansea is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chaplains near Swansea

Compare average chaplain pay in Swansea and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chaplain salaryJobs
Sutton-in-Ashfield£27,075 per yearView jobs
Swadlincote£27,075 per yearView jobs
Swanage£27,075 per yearView jobs
Swindon£27,075 per yearView jobs
Tadley£27,075 per yearView jobs
Tamworth£27,075 per yearView jobs
Swansea This location£26,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about chaplain pay in Swansea

How much does a chaplain earn in Swansea?

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

Swansea 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 Swansea?

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

How can a chaplain in Swansea increase their salary?

Chaplains in Swansea 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 Swansea and nationally?

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

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