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Pastoral Support Assistant Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a pastoral support assistant earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£28,215 per year

per year in Edinburgh · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,780 per year£28,215 per year£35,640 per year

Pastoral Support Assistant salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical pastoral support assistant pay across the UK. Pastoral Support Assistant pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for pastoral support assistants near Edinburgh

Compare average pastoral support assistant pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage pastoral support assistant salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£28,215 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£28,215 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£27,075 per yearView jobs
Livingston£27,075 per yearView jobs
Stirling£27,075 per yearView jobs
Dundee£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Pastoral Support Assistant get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about pastoral support assistant pay in Edinburgh

How much does a pastoral support assistant earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a pastoral support assistant in Edinburgh is £28,215 per year, typically ranging from £21,780 per year to £35,640 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for pastoral support assistants?

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

Which schools and agencies hire pastoral support assistants in Edinburgh?

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

How can a pastoral support assistant in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Pastoral Support Assistants in Edinburgh 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 pastoral support assistant pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £28,215 per year — a discount of £285 per year versus the UK average.

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