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Physical Disabilities Learning Support Assistant Salary in Dorset

How much does a physical disabilities learning support assistant earn in Dorset?

Average base salary in Dorset

£20,425 per year

per year in Dorset · NJC support staff scale

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

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

Highest paying cities for physical disabilities learning support assistants near Dorset

Compare average physical disabilities learning support assistant pay in Dorset and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage physical disabilities learning support assistant salaryJobs
Dorset This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£20,425 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dorchester£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dover£20,425 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£20,425 per yearView jobs
Droitwich£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Physical Disabilities Learning Support Assistant get paid in Dorset?

Frequently asked questions about physical disabilities learning support assistant pay in Dorset

How much does a physical disabilities learning support assistant earn in Dorset?

The average salary for a physical disabilities learning support assistant in Dorset 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 Dorset a well-paid area for physical disabilities learning support assistants?

Dorset tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for physical disabilities learning support assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire physical disabilities learning support assistants in Dorset?

Live physical disabilities learning support assistant openings in Dorset rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a physical disabilities learning support assistant in Dorset increase their salary?

Physical Disabilities Learning Support Assistants in Dorset 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 physical disabilities learning support assistant pay in Dorset and nationally?

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

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