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Security Officer Salary in Chelmsford

How much does a security officer earn in Chelmsford?

Average base salary in Chelmsford

£26,125 per year

per year in Chelmsford · 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 Chelmsford is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for security officers near Chelmsford

Compare average security officer pay in Chelmsford and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
Chelmsford This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Castlereagh£26,125 per yearView jobs
Ceredigion£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chatham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Cheltenham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chesham£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Chelmsford

How much does a security officer earn in Chelmsford?

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

Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford?

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

How can a security officer in Chelmsford increase their salary?

Security Officers in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford and nationally?

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

Security Officer jobs in Chelmsford

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