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Assistant Cook Salary in Shaftesbury

How much does an assistant cook earn in Shaftesbury?

Average base salary in Shaftesbury

£26,125 per year

per year in Shaftesbury · NJC support staff scale

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

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

Highest paying cities for assistant cooks near Shaftesbury

Compare average assistant cook pay in Shaftesbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage assistant cook salaryJobs
Shaftesbury This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Seaham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Selkirk£26,125 per yearView jobs
Sevenoaks£26,125 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£26,125 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£26,125 per yearView jobs
Shetland Islands£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about assistant cook pay in Shaftesbury

How much does an assistant cook earn in Shaftesbury?

The average salary for an assistant cook in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury a well-paid area for assistant cooks?

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

Which schools and agencies hire assistant cooks in Shaftesbury?

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

How can an assistant cook in Shaftesbury increase their salary?

Assistant Cooks in Shaftesbury 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 assistant cook pay in Shaftesbury and nationally?

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

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