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School Receptionist Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a school receptionist earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£20,210 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · NJC SCP 3–7

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,330 per year£20,210 per year£22,560 per year

Front-of-house role — visitors, phones, safeguarding sign-in. School Receptionist pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school receptionists near Northern Ireland

Compare average school receptionist pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school receptionist salaryJobs
Northallerton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northampton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Norwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£20,210 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about school receptionist pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a school receptionist earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a school receptionist in Northern Ireland is £20,210 per year, typically ranging from £18,330 per year to £22,560 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for school receptionists?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% 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 Northern Ireland?

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

How can a school receptionist in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

School Receptionists in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.

School Receptionist jobs in Northern Ireland

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