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Pastoral Teaching Assistant Salary in Scotland

How much does a pastoral teaching assistant earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£20,210 per year

per year in Scotland · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£17,860 per year£20,210 per year£23,030 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 Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for pastoral teaching assistants near Scotland

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

CityAverage pastoral teaching assistant salaryJobs
Sandbach£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sandown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£20,425 per yearView jobs
Seaford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£20,210 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£20,210 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about pastoral teaching assistant pay in Scotland

How much does a pastoral teaching assistant earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a pastoral teaching assistant in Scotland 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 Scotland a well-paid area for pastoral teaching assistants?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% 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 Scotland?

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

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

Pastoral Teaching Assistants in Scotland 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 Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Scotland it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.

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