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General Teaching Assistant Salary in West Yorkshire

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in West Yorkshire?

Average base salary in West Yorkshire

£20,640 per year

per year in West Yorkshire · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 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 West Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for general teaching assistants near West Yorkshire

Compare average general teaching assistant pay in West Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage general teaching assistant salaryJobs
Westminster£25,370 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£20,425 per yearView jobs
Westbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about general teaching assistant pay in West Yorkshire

How much does a general teaching assistant earn in West Yorkshire?

The average salary for a general teaching assistant in West Yorkshire is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,240 per year to £23,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Yorkshire a well-paid area for general teaching assistants?

West Yorkshire tends to sit around 4% 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 West Yorkshire?

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

How can a general teaching assistant in West Yorkshire increase their salary?

General Teaching Assistants in West Yorkshire 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 West Yorkshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In West Yorkshire it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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