Salary guide · England
How much does a school receptionist earn in England?
Average base salary in England
£20,425 per year
per year in England · NJC SCP 3–7
Front-of-house role — visitors, phones, safeguarding sign-in. School Receptionist pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average school receptionist pay in England and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a school receptionist in England is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,525 per year to £22,800 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
England tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for school receptionists. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live school receptionist openings in England rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
School Receptionists in England 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.
Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In England it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.
Live school receptionist vacancies in England from schools, trusts and agencies.
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