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Security Officer Salary in West Sussex

How much does a security officer earn in West Sussex?

Average base salary in West Sussex

£26,125 per year

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

Highest paying cities for security officers near West Sussex

Compare average security officer pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage security officer salaryJobs
West Midlands£26,400 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£26,400 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£26,400 per yearView jobs
West Sussex This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£26,125 per yearView jobs
Westbury£26,125 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£26,125 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about security officer pay in West Sussex

How much does a security officer earn in West Sussex?

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

West Sussex 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 West Sussex?

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

How can a security officer in West Sussex increase their salary?

Security Officers in West Sussex 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 West Sussex and nationally?

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

Security Officer jobs in West Sussex

Live security officer vacancies in West Sussex from schools, trusts and agencies.

Browse Security Officer jobs in West Sussex

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