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School Receptionist Salary in Canterbury

How much does a school receptionist earn in Canterbury?

Average base salary in Canterbury

£20,425 per year

per year in Canterbury · NJC SCP 3–7

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,525 per year£20,425 per year£22,800 per year

Front-of-house role — visitors, phones, safeguarding sign-in. School Receptionist pay in Canterbury is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school receptionists near Canterbury

Compare average school receptionist pay in Canterbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school receptionist salaryJobs
Camden£25,370 per yearView jobs
Cardiff£21,285 per yearView jobs
Canterbury This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Campbeltown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Cannock£20,425 per yearView jobs
Cardigan£20,425 per yearView jobs
Carlisle£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Receptionist get paid in Canterbury?

Frequently asked questions about school receptionist pay in Canterbury

How much does a school receptionist earn in Canterbury?

The average salary for a school receptionist in Canterbury is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,525 per year to £22,800 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Canterbury a well-paid area for school receptionists?

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

Which schools and agencies hire school receptionists in Canterbury?

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

How can a school receptionist in Canterbury increase their salary?

School Receptionists in Canterbury typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 3–7, 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 receptionist pay in Canterbury and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Canterbury it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.

School Receptionist jobs in Canterbury

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