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Salary guide · Northern Ireland

LSA Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a lsa 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

LSA roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. LSA pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for lsas near Northern Ireland

Compare average lsa pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage lsa 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 LSA get paid in Northern Ireland?

Frequently asked questions about lsa pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a lsa earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a lsa 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 lsas?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for lsas. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire lsas in Northern Ireland?

Live lsa openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a lsa in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

LSAs 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 lsa 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.

LSA jobs in Northern Ireland

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