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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a level 3 teaching assistant earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£20,210 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · NJC support staff scale

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

Highest paying cities for level 3 teaching assistants near Northern Ireland

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

CityAverage level 3 teaching assistant salaryJobs
Northallerton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northampton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Norwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£20,210 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about level 3 teaching assistant pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a level 3 teaching assistant earn in Northern Ireland?

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

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% 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 Northern Ireland?

Live level 3 teaching assistant openings in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Level 3 Teaching Assistants in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland and nationally?

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

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