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Apprentice Teaching Assistant Salary in Scotland

How much does an apprentice teaching assistant earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£20,210 per year

per year in Scotland · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£17,860 per year£20,210 per year£23,030 per year

Apprentice Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Apprentice Teaching Assistant pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for apprentice teaching assistants near Scotland

Compare average apprentice teaching assistant pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage apprentice teaching assistant salaryJobs
Sandbach£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sandown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£20,425 per yearView jobs
Seaford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£20,210 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Apprentice Teaching Assistant get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about apprentice teaching assistant pay in Scotland

How much does an apprentice teaching assistant earn in Scotland?

The average salary for an apprentice teaching assistant in Scotland is £20,210 per year, typically ranging from £17,860 per year to £23,030 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for apprentice teaching assistants?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for apprentice teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire apprentice teaching assistants in Scotland?

Live apprentice teaching assistant openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an apprentice teaching assistant in Scotland increase their salary?

Apprentice Teaching Assistants in Scotland 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 apprentice teaching assistant pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Scotland it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.

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