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Salary guide · Kirkwall

Receptionist Salary in Kirkwall

How much does a receptionist earn in Kirkwall?

Average base salary in Kirkwall

£26,125 per year

per year in Kirkwall · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£26,125 per year£33,250 per year

Receptionist pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Receptionist pay in Kirkwall is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for receptionists near Kirkwall

Compare average receptionist pay in Kirkwall and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage receptionist salaryJobs
Lambeth£32,450 per yearView jobs
Kingston upon Thames£30,250 per yearView jobs
Kirkwall This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Kirkcaldy£26,125 per yearView jobs
Kirkintilloch£26,125 per yearView jobs
Knutsford£26,125 per yearView jobs
Lampeter£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about receptionist pay in Kirkwall

How much does a receptionist earn in Kirkwall?

The average salary for a receptionist in Kirkwall is £26,125 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £33,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kirkwall a well-paid area for receptionists?

Kirkwall tends to sit around 5% 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 Kirkwall?

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

How can a receptionist in Kirkwall increase their salary?

Receptionists in Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Kirkwall it's £26,125 per year — a discount of £1,375 per year versus the UK average.

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