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Lunchtime Assistant Salary in Scotland

How much does a lunchtime assistant earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£26,790 per year

per year in Scotland · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£26,790 per year£33,840 per year

Lunchtime Assistant salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical lunchtime assistant pay across the UK. Lunchtime Assistant pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for lunchtime assistants near Scotland

Compare average lunchtime assistant pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage lunchtime assistant salaryJobs
Sandbach£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sandown£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£27,075 per yearView jobs
Seaford£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£26,790 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Lunchtime Assistant get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about lunchtime assistant pay in Scotland

How much does a lunchtime assistant earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a lunchtime assistant in Scotland is £26,790 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £33,840 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for lunchtime assistants?

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

Which schools and agencies hire lunchtime assistants in Scotland?

Live lunchtime assistant openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a lunchtime assistant in Scotland increase their salary?

Lunchtime Assistants in Scotland typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set 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 lunchtime assistant pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Scotland it's £26,790 per year — a discount of £1,710 per year versus the UK average.

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