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Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in Downpatrick

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Downpatrick?

Average base salary in Downpatrick

£44,650 per year

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

Highest paying cities for designated safeguarding leads near Downpatrick

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

CityAverage designated safeguarding lead salaryJobs
Downpatrick This location£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dorchester£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dorset£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dover£44,650 per yearView jobs
Droitwich£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dromore£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dudley£44,650 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about designated safeguarding lead pay in Downpatrick

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Downpatrick?

The average salary for a designated safeguarding lead in Downpatrick 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 Downpatrick a well-paid area for designated safeguarding leads?

Downpatrick 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 Downpatrick?

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

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

Designated Safeguarding Leads in Downpatrick 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 Downpatrick and nationally?

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

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