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Level 1 Teaching Assistant Salary in East Midlands

How much does a level 1 teaching assistant earn in East Midlands?

Average base salary in East Midlands

£20,640 per year

per year in East Midlands · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 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 East Midlands is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for level 1 teaching assistants near East Midlands

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

CityAverage level 1 teaching assistant salaryJobs
East of England£21,930 per yearView jobs
East Midlands This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
East Riding of Yorkshire£20,640 per yearView jobs
East Grinstead£20,425 per yearView jobs
East Kilbride£20,425 per yearView jobs
East Lothian£20,425 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about level 1 teaching assistant pay in East Midlands

How much does a level 1 teaching assistant earn in East Midlands?

The average salary for a level 1 teaching assistant in East Midlands is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,240 per year to £23,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

East Midlands tends to sit around 4% 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 East Midlands?

Live level 1 teaching assistant openings in East Midlands 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 East Midlands increase their salary?

Level 1 Teaching Assistants in East Midlands 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 East Midlands and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In East Midlands it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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