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School Receptionist Salary in Southampton

How much does a school receptionist earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£20,640 per year

per year in Southampton · NJC SCP 3–7

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,720 per year£20,640 per year£23,040 per year

Front-of-house role — visitors, phones, safeguarding sign-in. School Receptionist pay in Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

School Receptionist job openings in Southampton

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Highest paying cities for school receptionists near Southampton

Compare average school receptionist pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school receptionist salaryJobs
South Yorkshire£31,200 per year1 job
South West England£29,380 per year1 job
Southampton This location£28,776 per year1 job
Southwark£27,414 per year1 job

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

Frequently asked questions about school receptionist pay in Southampton

How much does a school receptionist earn in Southampton?

The average salary for a school receptionist in Southampton is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,720 per year to £23,040 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Southampton a well-paid area for school receptionists?

Southampton tends to sit around 4% 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 Southampton?

There are currently 1 live school receptionist opening in Southampton on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a school receptionist in Southampton increase their salary?

School Receptionists in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Southampton it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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