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Safeguarding Officer Salary in Dorchester

How much does a safeguarding officer earn in Dorchester?

Average base salary in Dorchester

£44,650 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£36,100 per year£44,650 per year£55,100 per year

Safeguarding Officer pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Safeguarding Officer pay in Dorchester is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for safeguarding officers near Dorchester

Compare average safeguarding officer pay in Dorchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage safeguarding officer salaryJobs
Dorchester This location£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dolgellau£44,650 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£44,650 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dorset£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dover£44,650 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£44,650 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Safeguarding Officer get paid in Dorchester?

Frequently asked questions about safeguarding officer pay in Dorchester

How much does a safeguarding officer earn in Dorchester?

The average salary for a safeguarding officer in Dorchester is £44,650 per year, typically ranging from £36,100 per year to £55,100 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Dorchester a well-paid area for safeguarding officers?

Dorchester tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for safeguarding officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire safeguarding officers in Dorchester?

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

How can a safeguarding officer in Dorchester increase their salary?

Safeguarding Officers in Dorchester 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 officer pay in Dorchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Dorchester it's £44,650 per year — a discount of £2,350 per year versus the UK average.

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