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Level 2 Teaching Assistant Salary in Leeds

How much does a level 2 teaching assistant earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£20,640 per year

per year in Leeds · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 per year

Level 2 Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Level 2 Teaching Assistant pay in Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for level 2 teaching assistants near Leeds

Compare average level 2 teaching assistant pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage level 2 teaching assistant salaryJobs
Manchester£21,070 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
York£20,640 per yearView jobs
Bradford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Level 2 Teaching Assistant get paid in Leeds?

Frequently asked questions about level 2 teaching assistant pay in Leeds

How much does a level 2 teaching assistant earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a level 2 teaching assistant in Leeds 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 Leeds a well-paid area for level 2 teaching assistants?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for level 2 teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire level 2 teaching assistants in Leeds?

Live level 2 teaching assistant openings in Leeds rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a level 2 teaching assistant in Leeds increase their salary?

Level 2 Teaching Assistants in Leeds 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 2 teaching assistant pay in Leeds and nationally?

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

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