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One-to-One Teaching Assistant Salary in Edinburgh

How much does an one-to-one teaching assistant earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£21,285 per year

per year in Edinburgh · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,810 per year£21,285 per year£24,255 per year

One-to-One Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. One-to-One Teaching Assistant pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for one-to-one teaching assistants near Edinburgh

Compare average one-to-one teaching assistant pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage one-to-one teaching assistant salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£21,285 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£21,285 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£20,425 per yearView jobs
Livingston£20,425 per yearView jobs
Stirling£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dundee£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to One-to-One Teaching Assistant get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about one-to-one teaching assistant pay in Edinburgh

How much does an one-to-one teaching assistant earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for an one-to-one teaching assistant in Edinburgh is £21,285 per year, typically ranging from £18,810 per year to £24,255 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for one-to-one teaching assistants?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for one-to-one teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire one-to-one teaching assistants in Edinburgh?

Live one-to-one teaching assistant openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an one-to-one teaching assistant in Edinburgh increase their salary?

One-to-One Teaching Assistants in Edinburgh 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 one-to-one teaching assistant pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £21,285 per year — a discount of £215 per year versus the UK average.

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