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Vetting Officer Salary in Dorset

How much does a vetting officer earn in Dorset?

Average base salary in Dorset

£26,125 per year

per year in Dorset · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£26,125 per year£33,250 per year

Vetting Officer pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Vetting Officer pay in Dorset is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for vetting officers near Dorset

Compare average vetting officer pay in Dorset and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage vetting officer salaryJobs
Dorset This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£26,125 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£26,125 per yearView jobs
Dorchester£26,125 per yearView jobs
Dover£26,125 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£26,125 per yearView jobs
Droitwich£26,125 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Vetting Officer get paid in Dorset?

Frequently asked questions about vetting officer pay in Dorset

How much does a vetting officer earn in Dorset?

The average salary for a vetting officer in Dorset 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 Dorset a well-paid area for vetting officers?

Dorset tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for vetting officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire vetting officers in Dorset?

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

How can a vetting officer in Dorset increase their salary?

Vetting Officers in Dorset 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 vetting officer pay in Dorset and nationally?

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

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