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Receptionist Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a receptionist earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£25,850 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£25,850 per year£32,900 per year

Receptionist pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Receptionist pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for receptionists near Northern Ireland

Compare average receptionist pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage receptionist salaryJobs
Northallerton£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northampton£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northwich£26,125 per yearView jobs
Norwich£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£25,850 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about receptionist pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a receptionist earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a receptionist in Northern Ireland is £25,850 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £32,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for receptionists?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% 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 Northern Ireland?

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

How can a receptionist in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Receptionists in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £25,850 per year — a discount of £1,650 per year versus the UK average.

Receptionist jobs in Northern Ireland

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