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Level 1 Teaching Assistant Salary in Bedfordshire

How much does a level 1 teaching assistant earn in Bedfordshire?

Average base salary in Bedfordshire

£20,425 per year

per year in Bedfordshire · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 per year

Level 1 Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Level 1 Teaching Assistant pay in Bedfordshire is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for level 1 teaching assistants near Bedfordshire

Compare average level 1 teaching assistant pay in Bedfordshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage level 1 teaching assistant salaryJobs
Berkshire£22,360 per yearView jobs
Bedfordshire This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Bearsden£20,425 per yearView jobs
Beaumaris£20,425 per yearView jobs
Bedford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Bellshill£20,425 per yearView jobs
Belfast£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Level 1 Teaching Assistant get paid in Bedfordshire?

Frequently asked questions about level 1 teaching assistant pay in Bedfordshire

How much does a level 1 teaching assistant earn in Bedfordshire?

The average salary for a level 1 teaching assistant in Bedfordshire is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,275 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Bedfordshire a well-paid area for level 1 teaching assistants?

Bedfordshire tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for level 1 teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire level 1 teaching assistants in Bedfordshire?

Live level 1 teaching assistant openings in Bedfordshire rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a level 1 teaching assistant in Bedfordshire increase their salary?

Level 1 Teaching Assistants in Bedfordshire 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 level 1 teaching assistant pay in Bedfordshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Bedfordshire it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.

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