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Receptionist Salary in United Kingdom

How much does a receptionist earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£26,125 per year

per year in United Kingdom · 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 United Kingdom is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

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Highest paying cities for receptionists near United Kingdom

Compare average receptionist pay in United Kingdom and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage receptionist salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£26,125 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£26,125 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£26,125 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£26,125 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£26,125 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about receptionist pay in United Kingdom

How much does a receptionist earn in United Kingdom?

The average salary for a receptionist in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom a well-paid area for receptionists?

United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

There are currently 2 live receptionist openings in United Kingdom on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a receptionist in United Kingdom increase their salary?

Receptionists in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

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

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