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General Teaching Assistant Salary in Bedfordshire

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Bedfordshire?

Average base salary in Bedfordshire

£20,425 per year

per year in Bedfordshire · NJC support staff scale

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

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

Highest paying cities for general teaching assistants near Bedfordshire

Compare average general teaching assistant pay in Bedfordshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage general teaching assistant salaryJobs
Berkshire£22,360 per yearView jobs
Bedfordshire This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Bearsden£20,425 per yearView jobs
Beaumaris£20,425 per yearView jobs
Bedford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Bellshill£20,425 per yearView jobs
Belfast£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to General Teaching Assistant get paid in Bedfordshire?

Frequently asked questions about general teaching assistant pay in Bedfordshire

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Bedfordshire?

The average salary for a general teaching assistant in Bedfordshire 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 Bedfordshire a well-paid area for general teaching assistants?

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

Which schools and agencies hire general teaching assistants in Bedfordshire?

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

How can a general teaching assistant in Bedfordshire increase their salary?

General Teaching Assistants in Bedfordshire 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 general teaching assistant pay in Bedfordshire and nationally?

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

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