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General Teaching Assistant Salary in Paignton

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Paignton?

Average base salary in Paignton

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for general teaching assistants near Paignton

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

CityAverage general teaching assistant salaryJobs
Oxford£22,360 per yearView jobs
Oxfordshire£22,360 per yearView jobs
Paignton This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Padstow£20,425 per yearView jobs
Paisley£20,425 per yearView jobs
Peebles£20,425 per yearView jobs
Pembroke£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about general teaching assistant pay in Paignton

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in Paignton?

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

Paignton 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 Paignton?

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

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

General Teaching Assistants in Paignton 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 Paignton and nationally?

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

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