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Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£44,180 per year

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

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£35,720 per year£44,180 per year£54,520 per year

Designated Safeguarding Lead pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Designated Safeguarding Lead pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for designated safeguarding leads near Northern Ireland

Compare average designated safeguarding lead pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage designated safeguarding lead salaryJobs
Northallerton£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northampton£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northwich£44,650 per yearView jobs
Norwich£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£44,180 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about designated safeguarding lead pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a designated safeguarding lead earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a designated safeguarding lead in Northern Ireland is £44,180 per year, typically ranging from £35,720 per year to £54,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for designated safeguarding leads?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% 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 Northern Ireland?

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

How can a designated safeguarding lead in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Designated Safeguarding Leads in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £44,180 per year — a discount of £2,820 per year versus the UK average.

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