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Safeguarding Officer Salary in United Kingdom

How much does a safeguarding officer earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£44,650 per year

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

Safeguarding Officer job openings in United Kingdom

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Highest paying cities for safeguarding officers near United Kingdom

Compare average safeguarding officer pay in United Kingdom and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage safeguarding officer salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£44,650 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£44,650 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£44,650 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£44,650 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£44,650 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£44,650 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£44,650 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about safeguarding officer pay in United Kingdom

How much does a safeguarding officer earn in United Kingdom?

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

United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

There are currently 1 live safeguarding officer opening in United Kingdom on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a safeguarding officer in United Kingdom increase their salary?

Safeguarding Officers in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

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

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