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Complex Needs Teaching Assistant Salary in West Sussex

How much does a complex needs teaching assistant earn in West Sussex?

Average base salary in West Sussex

£20,425 per year

per year in West Sussex · 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 West Sussex is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for complex needs teaching assistants near West Sussex

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

CityAverage complex needs teaching assistant salaryJobs
West Midlands£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Sussex This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£20,425 per yearView jobs
Westbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about complex needs teaching assistant pay in West Sussex

How much does a complex needs teaching assistant earn in West Sussex?

The average salary for a complex needs teaching assistant in West Sussex 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 West Sussex a well-paid area for complex needs teaching assistants?

West Sussex 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 West Sussex?

Live complex needs teaching assistant openings in West Sussex 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 West Sussex increase their salary?

Complex Needs Teaching Assistants in West Sussex 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 West Sussex and nationally?

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

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