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Level 3 Teaching Assistant Salary in South West England

How much does a level 3 teaching assistant earn in South West England?

Average base salary in South West England

£20,640 per year

per year in South West England · 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 South West England is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for level 3 teaching assistants near South West England

Compare average level 3 teaching assistant pay in South West England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage level 3 teaching assistant salaryJobs
South East England£21,930 per yearView jobs
South West England This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£20,640 per yearView jobs
Southampton£20,640 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
South Shields£20,425 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Level 3 Teaching Assistant get paid in South West England?

Frequently asked questions about level 3 teaching assistant pay in South West England

How much does a level 3 teaching assistant earn in South West England?

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

South West England 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 South West England?

Live level 3 teaching assistant openings in South West England 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 South West England increase their salary?

Level 3 Teaching Assistants in South West England 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 South West England and nationally?

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

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