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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Salary in Leicester

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

Average base salary in Leicester

£20,640 per year

per year in Leicester · NJC support staff scale

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

Highest paying cities for level 3 teaching assistants near Leicester

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

CityAverage level 3 teaching assistant salaryJobs
Leicester This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
Leeds£20,640 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£20,640 per yearView jobs
Ledbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Leek£20,425 per yearView jobs
Leigh£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Level 3 Teaching Assistant get paid in Leicester?

Frequently asked questions about level 3 teaching assistant pay in Leicester

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

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

Leicester tends to sit around 4% 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 Leicester?

Live level 3 teaching assistant openings in Leicester 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 Leicester increase their salary?

Level 3 Teaching Assistants in Leicester 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 Leicester and nationally?

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

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