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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Salary in Dorchester

How much does a level 3 teaching assistant earn in Dorchester?

Average base salary in Dorchester

£20,425 per year

per year in Dorchester · NJC support staff scale

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

Level 3 Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Level 3 Teaching Assistant pay in Dorchester is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for level 3 teaching assistants near Dorchester

Compare average level 3 teaching assistant pay in Dorchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage level 3 teaching assistant salaryJobs
Dorchester This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dolgellau£20,425 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£20,425 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dorset£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dover£20,425 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about level 3 teaching assistant pay in Dorchester

How much does a level 3 teaching assistant earn in Dorchester?

The average salary for a level 3 teaching assistant in Dorchester 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 Dorchester a well-paid area for level 3 teaching assistants?

Dorchester tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for level 3 teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire level 3 teaching assistants in Dorchester?

Live level 3 teaching assistant openings in Dorchester rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a level 3 teaching assistant in Dorchester increase their salary?

Level 3 Teaching Assistants in Dorchester 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 3 teaching assistant pay in Dorchester and nationally?

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

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