Salary guide · Dorset
How much does a safeguarding officer earn in Dorset?
Average base salary in Dorset
£44,650 per year
per year in Dorset · MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range
Safeguarding Officer pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. Safeguarding Officer pay in Dorset is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average safeguarding officer pay in Dorset and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average safeguarding officer salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Dorset This location | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Donaghadee | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Doncaster | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Dorchester | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Dover | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Downpatrick | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Droitwich | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a safeguarding officer in Dorset is £44,650 per year, typically ranging from £36,100 per year to £55,100 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Dorset tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for safeguarding officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live safeguarding officer openings in Dorset rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Safeguarding Officers in Dorset 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.
Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Dorset it's £44,650 per year — a discount of £2,350 per year versus the UK average.
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