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Chemistry Technician Salary in Scotland

How much does a chemistry technician earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£25,850 per year

per year in Scotland · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£25,850 per year£32,900 per year

Chemistry Technician pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Chemistry Technician pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for chemistry technicians near Scotland

Compare average chemistry technician pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage chemistry technician salaryJobs
Sandbach£26,125 per yearView jobs
Sandown£26,125 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£26,125 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£26,125 per yearView jobs
Seaford£26,125 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£25,850 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£25,850 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Chemistry Technician get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about chemistry technician pay in Scotland

How much does a chemistry technician earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a chemistry technician in Scotland is £25,850 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £32,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for chemistry technicians?

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

Which schools and agencies hire chemistry technicians in Scotland?

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

How can a chemistry technician in Scotland increase their salary?

Chemistry Technicians in Scotland typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff 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 chemistry technician pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Scotland it's £25,850 per year — a discount of £1,650 per year versus the UK average.

Chemistry Technician jobs in Scotland

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