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Family Support Worker Salary in Thurso

How much does a family support worker earn in Thurso?

Average base salary in Thurso

£20,425 per year

per year in Thurso · NJC support staff scale

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

Family Support Worker roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Family Support Worker pay in Thurso is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for family support workers near Thurso

Compare average family support worker pay in Thurso and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage family support worker salaryJobs
Thurso This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thetford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thirsk£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thornbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Tiverton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Todmorden£20,425 per yearView jobs
Tonbridge£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Family Support Worker get paid in Thurso?

Frequently asked questions about family support worker pay in Thurso

How much does a family support worker earn in Thurso?

The average salary for a family support worker in Thurso 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 Thurso a well-paid area for family support workers?

Thurso tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for family support workers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire family support workers in Thurso?

Live family support worker openings in Thurso rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a family support worker in Thurso increase their salary?

Family Support Workers in Thurso 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 family support worker pay in Thurso and nationally?

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

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