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Security Officer Salary in Northampton

How much does a security officer earn in Northampton?

Average base salary in Northampton

£26,125 per year

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

Highest paying cities for security officers near Northampton

Compare average security officer pay in Northampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
North West England£26,400 per yearView jobs
North Yorkshire£26,400 per yearView jobs
Northampton This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northallerton£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland£25,850 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Northampton

How much does a security officer earn in Northampton?

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

Northampton 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 Northampton?

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

How can a security officer in Northampton increase their salary?

Security Officers in Northampton 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 Northampton and nationally?

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

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