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Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Salary in 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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£22,770 per year£26,235 per year£29,700 per year

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.

Highest paying cities for higher level teaching assistant (hlta)s near Edinburgh

Compare average higher level teaching assistant (hlta) pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage higher level teaching assistant (hlta) salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£26,235 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£26,235 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£25,175 per yearView jobs
Livingston£25,175 per yearView jobs
Stirling£25,175 per yearView jobs
Dundee£24,910 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about higher level teaching assistant (hlta) pay in Edinburgh

How much does a higher level teaching assistant (hlta) earn in Edinburgh?

The 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.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for higher level teaching assistant (hlta)s?

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.

Which schools and agencies hire higher level teaching assistant (hlta)s in Edinburgh?

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.

How can a higher level teaching assistant (hlta) in Edinburgh increase their salary?

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.

What's the difference between higher level teaching assistant (hlta) pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

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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