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Security Officer Salary in Cheshire

How much does a security officer earn in Cheshire?

Average base salary in Cheshire

£26,125 per year

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

Highest paying cities for security officers near Cheshire

Compare average security officer pay in Cheshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
Cheshire This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Cheltenham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chesham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chester£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chesterfield£26,125 per yearView jobs
Chichester£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Cheshire

How much does a security officer earn in Cheshire?

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

Cheshire 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 Cheshire?

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

How can a security officer in Cheshire increase their salary?

Security Officers in Cheshire 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 Cheshire and nationally?

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

Security Officer jobs in Cheshire

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