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Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a deputy designated safeguarding lead earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£46,530 per year

per year in Edinburgh · MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£37,620 per year£46,530 per year£57,420 per year

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy designated safeguarding leads near Edinburgh

Compare average deputy designated safeguarding lead pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy designated safeguarding lead salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£46,530 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£46,530 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£44,650 per yearView jobs
Livingston£44,650 per yearView jobs
Stirling£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dundee£44,180 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about deputy designated safeguarding lead pay in Edinburgh

How much does a deputy designated safeguarding lead earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a deputy designated safeguarding lead in Edinburgh is £46,530 per year, typically ranging from £37,620 per year to £57,420 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for deputy designated safeguarding leads?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for deputy designated safeguarding leads. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy designated safeguarding leads in Edinburgh?

Live deputy designated safeguarding lead openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a deputy designated safeguarding lead in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between deputy designated safeguarding lead pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Edinburgh it's £46,530 per year — a discount of £470 per year versus the UK average.

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