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Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Salary in Shaftesbury

How much does a complex needs teaching assistant earn in Shaftesbury?

Average base salary in Shaftesbury

£20,425 per year

per year in Shaftesbury · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 per year

Complex Needs Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Complex Needs Teaching Assistant pay in Shaftesbury is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for complex needs teaching assistants near Shaftesbury

Compare average complex needs teaching assistant pay in Shaftesbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage complex needs teaching assistant salaryJobs
Shaftesbury This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Seaham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Selkirk£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sevenoaks£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£20,425 per yearView jobs
Shetland Islands£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Complex Needs Teaching Assistant get paid in Shaftesbury?

Frequently asked questions about complex needs teaching assistant pay in Shaftesbury

How much does a complex needs teaching assistant earn in Shaftesbury?

The average salary for a complex needs teaching assistant in Shaftesbury is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,275 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Shaftesbury a well-paid area for complex needs teaching assistants?

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

Which schools and agencies hire complex needs teaching assistants in Shaftesbury?

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

How can a complex needs teaching assistant in Shaftesbury increase their salary?

Complex Needs Teaching Assistants 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 complex needs teaching assistant pay in Shaftesbury and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Shaftesbury it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.

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