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Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in Essex

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Essex?

Average base salary in Essex

£44,650 per year

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

Highest paying cities for designated safeguarding leads near Essex

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

CityAverage designated safeguarding lead salaryJobs
Essex This location£44,650 per yearView jobs
England£44,650 per yearView jobs
Enniskillen£44,650 per yearView jobs
Epsom£44,650 per yearView jobs
Evesham£44,650 per yearView jobs
Exeter£44,650 per yearView jobs
Exmouth£44,650 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about designated safeguarding lead pay in Essex

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Essex?

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

Essex 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 Essex?

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

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

Designated Safeguarding Leads in Essex 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 Essex and nationally?

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

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