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Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in Chester

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Chester?

Average base salary in Chester

£44,650 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£36,100 per year£44,650 per year£55,100 per year

Designated Safeguarding Lead pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Designated Safeguarding Lead pay in Chester is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for designated safeguarding leads near Chester

Compare average designated safeguarding lead pay in Chester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage designated safeguarding lead salaryJobs
Chester This location£44,650 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£44,650 per yearView jobs
Chesham£44,650 per yearView jobs
Cheshire£44,650 per yearView jobs
Chesterfield£44,650 per yearView jobs
Chichester£44,650 per yearView jobs
Chippenham£44,650 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about designated safeguarding lead pay in Chester

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Chester?

The average salary for a designated safeguarding lead in Chester is £44,650 per year, typically ranging from £36,100 per year to £55,100 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Chester a well-paid area for designated safeguarding leads?

Chester tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for designated safeguarding leads. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire designated safeguarding leads in Chester?

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

How can a designated safeguarding lead in Chester increase their salary?

Designated Safeguarding Leads in Chester 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 designated safeguarding lead pay in Chester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Chester it's £44,650 per year — a discount of £2,350 per year versus the UK average.

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