Salary guide · Scotland
How much does a safeguarding officer earn in Scotland?
Average base salary in Scotland
£44,180 per year
per year in Scotland · 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 Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average safeguarding officer pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average safeguarding officer salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbach | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Sandown | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Scarborough | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Scunthorpe | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Seaford | £44,650 per year | View jobs |
| Scotland This location | £44,180 per year | View jobs |
| Scottish Borders | £44,180 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for a safeguarding officer in Scotland is £44,180 per year, typically ranging from £35,720 per year to £54,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for safeguarding officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live safeguarding officer openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Safeguarding Officers in Scotland 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 Scotland it's £44,180 per year — a discount of £2,820 per year versus the UK average.
Live safeguarding officer vacancies in Scotland from schools, trusts and agencies.
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