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School Secretary Salary in West Sussex

How much does a school secretary earn in West Sussex?

Average base salary in West Sussex

£26,125 per year

per year in West Sussex · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£26,125 per year£33,250 per year

School Secretary pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. School Secretary pay in West Sussex is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school secretarys near West Sussex

Compare average school secretary pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school secretary salaryJobs
West Midlands£26,400 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£26,400 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£26,400 per yearView jobs
West Sussex This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£26,125 per yearView jobs
Westbury£26,125 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£26,125 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Secretary get paid in West Sussex?

Frequently asked questions about school secretary pay in West Sussex

How much does a school secretary earn in West Sussex?

The average salary for a school secretary in West Sussex is £26,125 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £33,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Sussex a well-paid area for school secretarys?

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

Which schools and agencies hire school secretarys in West Sussex?

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

How can a school secretary in West Sussex increase their salary?

School Secretarys in West Sussex typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, 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 secretary pay in West Sussex and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In West Sussex it's £26,125 per year — a discount of £1,375 per year versus the UK average.

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