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Security Officer Salary in Merseyside

How much does a security officer earn in Merseyside?

Average base salary in Merseyside

£26,125 per year

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

Highest paying cities for security officers near Merseyside

Compare average security officer pay in Merseyside and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
Merton£30,250 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Melksham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Melrose£26,125 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£26,125 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£26,125 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£26,125 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Merseyside

How much does a security officer earn in Merseyside?

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

Merseyside 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 Merseyside?

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

How can a security officer in Merseyside increase their salary?

Security Officers in Merseyside 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 Merseyside and nationally?

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

Security Officer jobs in Merseyside

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