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School Receptionist Salary in Chelmsford

How much does a school receptionist earn in Chelmsford?

Average base salary in Chelmsford

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for school receptionists near Chelmsford

Compare average school receptionist pay in Chelmsford and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school receptionist salaryJobs
Chelmsford This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Castlereagh£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ceredigion£20,425 per yearView jobs
Chatham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Cheltenham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£20,425 per yearView jobs
Chesham£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about school receptionist pay in Chelmsford

How much does a school receptionist earn in Chelmsford?

The average salary for a school receptionist in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford a well-paid area for school receptionists?

Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford?

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

How can a school receptionist in Chelmsford increase their salary?

School Receptionists in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and nationally?

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

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