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Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in Manchester

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Manchester?

Average base salary in Manchester

£46,060 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£37,240 per year£46,060 per year£56,840 per year

Designated Safeguarding Lead pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Designated Safeguarding Lead pay in Manchester is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for designated safeguarding leads near Manchester

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

CityAverage designated safeguarding lead salaryJobs
Manchester This location£46,060 per yearView jobs
Leeds£45,120 per yearView jobs
Liverpool£44,650 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£44,650 per yearView jobs
Stockport£44,650 per yearView jobs
Bolton£44,650 per yearView jobs
Salford£44,650 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about designated safeguarding lead pay in Manchester

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Manchester?

The average salary for a designated safeguarding lead in Manchester is £46,060 per year, typically ranging from £37,240 per year to £56,840 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Manchester tends to sit around 2% 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 Manchester?

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

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

Designated Safeguarding Leads in Manchester 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 Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Manchester it's £46,060 per year — a discount of £940 per year versus the UK average.

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