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Level 2 Teaching Assistant Salary in Merseyside

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

Average base salary in Merseyside

£20,425 per year

per year in Merseyside · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 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 Merseyside is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for level 2 teaching assistants near Merseyside

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

CityAverage level 2 teaching assistant salaryJobs
Merton£23,650 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melksham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melrose£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£20,425 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£20,425 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about level 2 teaching assistant pay in Merseyside

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

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

Merseyside tends to sit around 5% 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 Merseyside?

Live level 2 teaching assistant openings in Merseyside 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 Merseyside increase their salary?

Level 2 Teaching Assistants in Merseyside 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 Merseyside and nationally?

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

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