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General Teaching Assistant Salary in Cornwall

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Cornwall?

Average base salary in Cornwall

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for general teaching assistants near Cornwall

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

CityAverage general teaching assistant salaryJobs
Cornwall This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Conwy£20,425 per yearView jobs
Cookstown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Corby£20,425 per yearView jobs
County Antrim£20,210 per yearView jobs
County Armagh£20,210 per yearView jobs
County Down£20,210 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about general teaching assistant pay in Cornwall

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Cornwall?

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

Cornwall 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 Cornwall?

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

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

General Teaching Assistants in Cornwall 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 Cornwall and nationally?

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

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