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School Cook Salary in Northumberland

How much does a school cook earn in Northumberland?

Average base salary in Northumberland

£20,900 per year

per year in Northumberland · NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time)

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£19,000 per year£20,900 per year£23,750 per year

Prepares meals in the school kitchen. Term-time only. School Cook pay in Northumberland is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school cooks near Northumberland

Compare average school cook pay in Northumberland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school cook salaryJobs
Nottingham£21,120 per yearView jobs
Northumberland This location£20,900 per yearView jobs
Northampton£20,900 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£20,900 per yearView jobs
Northwich£20,900 per yearView jobs
Norwich£20,900 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland£20,680 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Cook get paid in Northumberland?

Frequently asked questions about school cook pay in Northumberland

How much does a school cook earn in Northumberland?

The average salary for a school cook in Northumberland is £20,900 per year, typically ranging from £19,000 per year to £23,750 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northumberland a well-paid area for school cooks?

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

Which schools and agencies hire school cooks in Northumberland?

Live school cook openings in Northumberland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a school cook in Northumberland increase their salary?

School Cooks in Northumberland typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 4–8 (term-time), taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between school cook pay in Northumberland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £22,000 per year. In Northumberland it's £20,900 per year — a discount of £1,100 per year versus the UK average.

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