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Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Salary in South Shields

How much does a learning support assistant (lsa) earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£19,950 per year

per year in South Shields · NJC SCP 4–8

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£19,950 per year£22,800 per year

1:1 or small-group support, often for pupils with EHCPs. Learning Support Assistant (LSA) pay in South Shields is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for learning support assistant (lsa)s near South Shields

Compare average learning support assistant (lsa) pay in South Shields and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage learning support assistant (lsa) salaryJobs
South East England£108,290 per year2 jobs
Southampton£27,991 per year2 jobs
South West England£26,645 per year3 jobs

How much do similar professions to Learning Support Assistant (LSA) get paid in South Shields?

Frequently asked questions about learning support assistant (lsa) pay in South Shields

How much does a learning support assistant (lsa) earn in South Shields?

The average salary for a learning support assistant (lsa) in South Shields is £19,950 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £22,800 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is South Shields a well-paid area for learning support assistant (lsa)s?

South Shields tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for learning support assistant (lsa)s. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire learning support assistant (lsa)s in South Shields?

Live learning support assistant (lsa) openings in South Shields rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a learning support assistant (lsa) in South Shields increase their salary?

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)s in South Shields typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 4–8, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between learning support assistant (lsa) pay in South Shields and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,000 per year. In South Shields it's £19,950 per year — a discount of £1,050 per year versus the UK average.

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) jobs in South Shields

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