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Receptionist Salary in Greater Manchester

How much does a receptionist earn in Greater Manchester?

Average base salary in Greater Manchester

£27,225 per year

per year in Greater Manchester · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,780 per year£27,225 per year£34,650 per year

Receptionist pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Receptionist pay in Greater Manchester is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for receptionists near Greater Manchester

Compare average receptionist pay in Greater Manchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage receptionist salaryJobs
Greater London£31,625 per yearView jobs
Greenwich£30,250 per yearView jobs
Greater Manchester This location£27,225 per yearView jobs
Grays£26,125 per yearView jobs
Great Yarmouth£26,125 per yearView jobs
Greenock£26,125 per yearView jobs
Grimsby£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about receptionist pay in Greater Manchester

How much does a receptionist earn in Greater Manchester?

The average salary for a receptionist in Greater Manchester is £27,225 per year, typically ranging from £21,780 per year to £34,650 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Greater Manchester a well-paid area for receptionists?

Greater Manchester tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for receptionists. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire receptionists in Greater Manchester?

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

How can a receptionist in Greater Manchester increase their salary?

Receptionists in Greater Manchester typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between receptionist pay in Greater Manchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Greater Manchester it's £27,225 per year — a discount of £275 per year versus the UK average.

Receptionist jobs in Greater Manchester

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