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Safeguarding Officer Salary in Lerwick

How much does a safeguarding officer earn in Lerwick?

Average base salary in Lerwick

£44,650 per year

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

Highest paying cities for safeguarding officers near Lerwick

Compare average safeguarding officer pay in Lerwick and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage safeguarding officer salaryJobs
Lewisham£55,460 per yearView jobs
Leicester£45,120 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£45,120 per yearView jobs
Lerwick This location£44,650 per yearView jobs
Leigh£44,650 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£44,650 per yearView jobs
Lewes£44,650 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about safeguarding officer pay in Lerwick

How much does a safeguarding officer earn in Lerwick?

The average salary for a safeguarding officer in Lerwick 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 Lerwick a well-paid area for safeguarding officers?

Lerwick 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 Lerwick?

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

How can a safeguarding officer in Lerwick increase their salary?

Safeguarding Officers in Lerwick 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 Lerwick and nationally?

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

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