Salary guide · Edinburgh
How much does a higher level teaching assistant (hlta) earn in Edinburgh?
Average base salary in Edinburgh
£26,235 per year
per year in Edinburgh · NJC SCP 12–17
Experienced TA who can cover classes and plan learning. Paid on higher NJC scales. Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.
Compare average higher level teaching assistant (hlta) pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.
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See adhd learning support assistant jobs in EdinburghThe average salary for a higher level teaching assistant (hlta) in Edinburgh is £26,235 per year, typically ranging from £22,770 per year to £29,700 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for higher level teaching assistant (hlta)s. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live higher level teaching assistant (hlta) openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)s in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 12–17, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.
Nationally the average is £26,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £26,235 per year — a discount of £265 per year versus the UK average.
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