Salary guide
How much does a complex needs support worker make in the United Kingdom?
Average base salary
£21,500 per year
per year in United Kingdom · NJC support staff scale
Complex Needs Support Worker roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility.
Where complex needs support workers earn the most across the UK.
1:1 Teaching Assistant
Average
£21,500 per year
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Academic Mentor
Average
£25,000 per year
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ADHD Learning Support Assistant
Average
£21,500 per year
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ADHD Support Worker
Average
£21,500 per year
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ADHD Teaching Assistant
Average
£21,500 per year
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Alternative Provision Mentor
Average
£25,000 per year
See alternative provision mentor jobs
The average salary for a complex needs support worker in the United Kingdom is £21,500 per year. Pay typically ranges from £19,000 per year to £24,500 per year depending on experience, phase and location.
Complex Needs Support Workers in Inner London and Outer London typically earn the most, with pay boosted by London weighting. See the "Highest paying cities" section above for a full breakdown.
Complex Needs Support Worker pay is set by NJC support staff scale.
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