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General Teaching Assistant Salary in Harpenden

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Harpenden?

Average base salary in Harpenden

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for general teaching assistants near Harpenden

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

CityAverage general teaching assistant salaryJobs
Haringey£25,370 per yearView jobs
Harrow£23,650 per yearView jobs
Harpenden This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Hampshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
Harlow£20,425 per yearView jobs
Harrogate£20,425 per yearView jobs
Hartlepool£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about general teaching assistant pay in Harpenden

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Harpenden?

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

Harpenden 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 Harpenden?

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

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

General Teaching Assistants in Harpenden 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 Harpenden and nationally?

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

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