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General Teaching Assistant Salary in Dorchester

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Dorchester?

Average base salary in Dorchester

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for general teaching assistants near Dorchester

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

CityAverage general teaching assistant salaryJobs
Dorchester This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dolgellau£20,425 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£20,425 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dorset£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dover£20,425 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about general teaching assistant pay in Dorchester

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Dorchester?

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

Dorchester 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 Dorchester?

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

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

General Teaching Assistants in Dorchester 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 Dorchester and nationally?

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

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