Chemical and related process operatives vs Social workers Salary (2025)

How do Chemical and related process operatives and Social workers salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Social workers earns £8,594 more per year (25% higher)
vs

Social workers

£42,709
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricChemical and related process operativesSocial workersDifference
Median Annual£34,115£42,709-£8,594
Mean Annual£36,531£41,994-£5,463
Monthly£2,843£3,559-£716
Weekly£656£821-£165
Hourly£16.40£20.53-£4.13

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileChemical and related process operativesSocial workers
10th (Entry)£24,979£25,798
25th£28,318£36,474
50th (Median)£34,115£42,709
75th£41,389£48,804
90th (Senior)£0£53,902
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Chemical and related process operatives or a Social workers?
A Social workers earns more. The median salary for a Chemical and related process operatives is £34,115, whilst a Social workers earns £42,709 — a difference of £8,594 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Chemical and related process operatives and a Social workers?
The difference is £8,594 per year. Social workers is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Chemical and related process operatives or a Social workers?
From a salary perspective, Social workers offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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