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Security Officer Salary in Exeter

How much does a security officer earn in Exeter?

Average base salary in Exeter

£26,125 per year

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

Highest paying cities for security officers near Exeter

Compare average security officer pay in Exeter and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
Exeter This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Epsom£26,125 per yearView jobs
Essex£26,125 per yearView jobs
Evesham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Exmouth£26,125 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£26,125 per yearView jobs
Falkirk (council)£26,125 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Exeter

How much does a security officer earn in Exeter?

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

Exeter 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 Exeter?

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

How can a security officer in Exeter increase their salary?

Security Officers in Exeter 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 Exeter and nationally?

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

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