Is security officer pay in Richmond upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — security officer pay in Richmond upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on NJC support staff scale.

Which nearby cities pay security officers more than Richmond upon Thames?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Richmond upon Thames" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Richmond upon Thames

Security Officer Salary in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a security officer earn in Richmond upon Thames?

Average base salary in Richmond upon Thames

£30,250 per year

per year in Richmond upon Thames · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£24,200 per year£30,250 per year£38,500 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 Richmond upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for security officers near Richmond upon Thames

Compare average security officer pay in Richmond upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average security officer salary	Jobs
Richmond upon Thames This location	£30,250 per year	View jobs
Rhondda	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Rhondda Cynon Taf	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Rhyl	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Rickmansworth	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Ripon	£26,125 per year	View jobs
Rochdale	£26,125 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Security Officer get paid in Richmond upon Thames?

Academy Trustee in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Access Arrangements Assessor in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Access Arrangements Coordinator in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£55,000 per year

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Accounts Assistant in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Activities Coordinator in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£55,000 per year

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Admin Assistant in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£30,250 per year

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Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a security officer earn in Richmond upon Thames?

The average salary for a security officer in Richmond upon Thames is £30,250 per year, typically ranging from £24,200 per year to £38,500 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Richmond upon Thames a well-paid area for security officers?

Richmond upon Thames pays security officers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC support staff scale.

Which schools and agencies hire security officers in Richmond upon Thames?

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

How can a security officer in Richmond upon Thames increase their salary?

Security Officers in Richmond upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between security officer pay in Richmond upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Richmond upon Thames it's £30,250 per year — a premium of £2,750 per year versus the UK average.

Security Officer jobs in Richmond upon Thames

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