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Security Officer Salary in East Sussex

How much does a security officer earn in East Sussex?

Average base salary in East Sussex

£26,125 per year

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

Highest paying cities for security officers near East Sussex

Compare average security officer pay in East Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
East of England£28,050 per yearView jobs
Edinburgh£27,225 per yearView jobs
East Riding of Yorkshire£26,400 per yearView jobs
East Sussex This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£26,125 per yearView jobs
Eastbourne£26,125 per yearView jobs
Ebbw Vale£26,125 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Security Officer get paid in East Sussex?

Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in East Sussex

How much does a security officer earn in East Sussex?

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

East Sussex 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 East Sussex?

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

How can a security officer in East Sussex increase their salary?

Security Officers in East 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 security officer pay in East Sussex and nationally?

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

Security Officer jobs in East Sussex

Live security officer vacancies in East Sussex from schools, trusts and agencies.

Browse Security Officer jobs in East Sussex

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