Is receptionist pay in City of London higher than the UK average?

Yes — receptionist pay in City of London runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on NJC support staff scale.

Which nearby cities pay receptionists more than City of London?

Use the "Highest paying cities near City of London" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · City of London

Receptionist Salary in City of London

How much does a receptionist earn in City of London?

Average base salary in City of London

£32,450 per year

per year in City of London · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£25,960 per year£32,450 per year£41,300 per year

Receptionist pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Receptionist pay in City of London is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for receptionists near City of London

Compare average receptionist pay in City of London and neighbouring areas.

City	Average receptionist salary	Jobs
City of London This location	£32,450 per year	View jobs
Chorley	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Christchurch	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Cirencester	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Clackmannanshire	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Clacton-on-Sea	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Clevedon	£26,125 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Receptionist get paid in City of London?

Apprentice Early Years Practitioner in City of London

Average

£25,370 per year

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Assistant Nursery Manager in City of London

Average

£25,370 per year

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Deputy Nursery Manager in City of London

Average

£25,370 per year

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Early Years Apprentice in City of London

Average

£25,370 per year

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Early Years Educator in City of London

Average

£25,370 per year

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Early Years Lead in City of London

Average

£25,370 per year

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Frequently asked questions about receptionist pay in City of London

How much does a receptionist earn in City of London?

The average salary for a receptionist in City of London is £32,450 per year, typically ranging from £25,960 per year to £41,300 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is City of London a well-paid area for receptionists?

City of London pays receptionists around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC support staff scale.

Which schools and agencies hire receptionists in City of London?

Live receptionist openings in City of London rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a receptionist in City of London increase their salary?

Receptionists in City of London typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between receptionist pay in City of London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In City of London it's £32,450 per year — a premium of £4,950 per year versus the UK average.

Receptionist jobs in City of London

Live receptionist vacancies in City of London from schools, trusts and agencies.

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