Designated Safeguarding Lead Salary in Orkney Islands

The average salary for a designated safeguarding lead in Orkney Islands is £44,650 per year, typically ranging from £36,100 per year to £55,100 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Orkney Islands 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.

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

Designated Safeguarding Leads in Orkney Islands 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.

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