Salary guide
How much does a safeguarding officer make in the United Kingdom?
Average base salary
£47,000 per year
per year in United Kingdom · MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range
Safeguarding Officer pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable.
Where safeguarding officers earn the most across the UK.
Assistant SENCO
Average
£47,000 per year
See assistant senco jobs
Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Average
£47,000 per year
See deputy designated safeguarding lead jobs
Deputy Head Pastoral
Average
£62,500 per year
See deputy head pastoral jobs
Deputy SENCO
Average
£47,000 per year
See deputy senco jobs
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Average
£47,000 per year
See designated safeguarding lead jobs
Director of Inclusion
Average
£50,000 per year
See director of inclusion jobs
The average salary for a safeguarding officer in the United Kingdom is £47,000 per year. Pay typically ranges from £38,000 per year to £58,000 per year depending on experience, phase and location.
Safeguarding Officers in Inner London and Outer London typically earn the most, with pay boosted by London weighting. See the "Highest paying cities" section above for a full breakdown.
Safeguarding Officer pay is set by MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range.
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