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Pastoral Teaching Assistant Salary in Kirkwall

How much does a pastoral teaching assistant earn in Kirkwall?

Average base salary in Kirkwall

£20,425 per year

per year in Kirkwall · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 per year

Pastoral Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Pastoral Teaching Assistant pay in Kirkwall is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for pastoral teaching assistants near Kirkwall

Compare average pastoral teaching assistant pay in Kirkwall and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage pastoral teaching assistant salaryJobs
Lambeth£25,370 per yearView jobs
Kingston upon Thames£23,650 per yearView jobs
Kirkwall This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Kirkcaldy£20,425 per yearView jobs
Kirkintilloch£20,425 per yearView jobs
Knutsford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lampeter£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Pastoral Teaching Assistant get paid in Kirkwall?

Frequently asked questions about pastoral teaching assistant pay in Kirkwall

How much does a pastoral teaching assistant earn in Kirkwall?

The average salary for a pastoral teaching assistant in Kirkwall is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,275 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kirkwall a well-paid area for pastoral teaching assistants?

Kirkwall tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for pastoral teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire pastoral teaching assistants in Kirkwall?

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

How can a pastoral teaching assistant in Kirkwall increase their salary?

Pastoral Teaching Assistants in Kirkwall 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 pastoral teaching assistant pay in Kirkwall and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Kirkwall it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.

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