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Security Officer Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a security officer earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£25,850 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£25,850 per year£32,900 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 Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for security officers near Northern Ireland

Compare average security officer pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
Northallerton£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northampton£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northwich£26,125 per yearView jobs
Norwich£26,125 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£25,850 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a security officer earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a security officer in Northern Ireland is £25,850 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £32,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for security officers?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% 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 Northern Ireland?

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

How can a security officer in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Security Officers in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £25,850 per year — a discount of £1,650 per year versus the UK average.

Security Officer jobs in Northern Ireland

Live security officer vacancies in Northern Ireland from schools, trusts and agencies.

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