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Level 2 Teaching Assistant Salary in Newcastle

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

Average base salary in Newcastle

£20,210 per year

per year in Newcastle · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£17,860 per year£20,210 per year£23,030 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 Newcastle is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for level 2 teaching assistants near Newcastle

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

CityAverage level 2 teaching assistant salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne£20,640 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£20,425 per yearView jobs
Durham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£20,425 per yearView jobs
Newcastle This location£20,210 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about level 2 teaching assistant pay in Newcastle

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

The average salary for a level 2 teaching assistant in Newcastle is £20,210 per year, typically ranging from £17,860 per year to £23,030 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Newcastle a well-paid area for level 2 teaching assistants?

Newcastle tends to sit around 6% 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 Newcastle?

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

Level 2 Teaching Assistants in Newcastle 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 Newcastle and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Newcastle it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.

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