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Security Officer Salary in Leeds

How much does a security officer earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£26,400 per year

per year in Leeds · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,120 per year£26,400 per year£33,600 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 Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for security officers near Leeds

Compare average security officer pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
Manchester£26,950 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£26,400 per yearView jobs
York£26,400 per yearView jobs
Bradford£26,125 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£26,125 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£26,125 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£25,850 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Leeds

How much does a security officer earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a security officer in Leeds is £26,400 per year, typically ranging from £21,120 per year to £33,600 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for security officers?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% 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 Leeds?

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

How can a security officer in Leeds increase their salary?

Security Officers in Leeds 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 Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Leeds it's £26,400 per year — a discount of £1,100 per year versus the UK average.

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