Salary guide · Northern Ireland
How much does a higher level teaching assistant (hlta) earn in Northern Ireland?
Average base salary in Northern Ireland
£24,910 per year
per year in Northern Ireland · 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 Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average higher level teaching assistant (hlta) pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average higher level teaching assistant (hlta) salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Northallerton | £25,175 per year | View jobs |
| Northampton | £25,175 per year | View jobs |
| Northamptonshire | £25,175 per year | View jobs |
| Northumberland | £25,175 per year | View jobs |
| Northwich | £25,175 per year | View jobs |
| Norwich | £25,175 per year | View jobs |
| Northern Ireland This location | £24,910 per year | View jobs |
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See adhd support worker jobs in Northern IrelandThe average salary for a higher level teaching assistant (hlta) in Northern Ireland is £24,910 per year, typically ranging from £21,620 per year to £28,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% 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 Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)s in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland it's £24,910 per year — a discount of £1,590 per year versus the UK average.
Live higher level teaching assistant (hlta) vacancies in Northern Ireland from schools, trusts and agencies.
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