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General Teaching Assistant Salary in Lancaster

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Lancaster?

Average base salary in Lancaster

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for general teaching assistants near Lancaster

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

CityAverage general teaching assistant salaryJobs
Lancaster This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lampeter£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lanark£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lancashire£20,425 per yearView jobs
Larbert£20,425 per yearView jobs
Largs£20,425 per yearView jobs
Larne£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about general teaching assistant pay in Lancaster

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Lancaster?

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

Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

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

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

General Teaching Assistants in Lancaster 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 Lancaster and nationally?

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

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