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Safeguarding Lead Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a safeguarding lead earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£44,180 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£35,720 per year£44,180 per year£54,520 per year

Safeguarding Lead pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Safeguarding Lead pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for safeguarding leads near Northern Ireland

Compare average safeguarding lead pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage safeguarding lead salaryJobs
Northallerton£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northampton£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northwich£44,650 per yearView jobs
Norwich£44,650 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£44,180 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Safeguarding Lead get paid in Northern Ireland?

Frequently asked questions about safeguarding lead pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a safeguarding lead earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a safeguarding lead in Northern Ireland is £44,180 per year, typically ranging from £35,720 per year to £54,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for safeguarding leads?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for safeguarding leads. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire safeguarding leads in Northern Ireland?

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

How can a safeguarding lead in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Safeguarding Leads in Northern Ireland typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between safeguarding lead pay in Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £44,180 per year — a discount of £2,820 per year versus the UK average.

Safeguarding Lead jobs in Northern Ireland

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