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Security Officer Salary in Canterbury

How much does a security officer earn in Canterbury?

Average base salary in Canterbury

£26,125 per year

per year in Canterbury · NJC support staff scale

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

Security Officer pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Security Officer pay in Canterbury is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for security officers near Canterbury

Compare average security officer pay in Canterbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
Camden£32,450 per yearView jobs
Cardiff£27,225 per yearView jobs
Canterbury This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Campbeltown£26,125 per yearView jobs
Cannock£26,125 per yearView jobs
Cardigan£26,125 per yearView jobs
Carlisle£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Canterbury

How much does a security officer earn in Canterbury?

The average salary for a security officer in Canterbury 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 Canterbury a well-paid area for security officers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire security officers in Canterbury?

Live security officer openings in Canterbury rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a security officer in Canterbury increase their salary?

Security Officers in Canterbury 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 security officer pay in Canterbury and nationally?

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

Security Officer jobs in Canterbury

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