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Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in East Midlands

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in East Midlands?

Average base salary in East Midlands

£45,120 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£36,480 per year£45,120 per year£55,680 per year

Designated Safeguarding Lead pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Designated Safeguarding Lead pay in East Midlands is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for designated safeguarding leads near East Midlands

Compare average designated safeguarding lead pay in East Midlands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage designated safeguarding lead salaryJobs
East of England£47,940 per yearView jobs
East Midlands This location£45,120 per yearView jobs
East Riding of Yorkshire£45,120 per yearView jobs
East Grinstead£44,650 per yearView jobs
East Kilbride£44,650 per yearView jobs
East Lothian£44,650 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£44,650 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Designated Safeguarding Lead get paid in East Midlands?

Frequently asked questions about designated safeguarding lead pay in East Midlands

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in East Midlands?

The average salary for a designated safeguarding lead in East Midlands is £45,120 per year, typically ranging from £36,480 per year to £55,680 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is East Midlands a well-paid area for designated safeguarding leads?

East Midlands tends to sit around 4% 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 East Midlands?

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

How can a designated safeguarding lead in East Midlands increase their salary?

Designated Safeguarding Leads in East Midlands 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 East Midlands and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In East Midlands it's £45,120 per year — a discount of £1,880 per year versus the UK average.

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