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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Canterbury

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Canterbury?

Average base salary in Canterbury

£20,425 per year

per year in Canterbury · NJC support staff scale

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

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Canterbury

Compare average qualified teaching assistant pay in Canterbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Camden£25,370 per yearView jobs
Cardiff£21,285 per yearView jobs
Canterbury This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Campbeltown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Cannock£20,425 per yearView jobs
Cardigan£20,425 per yearView jobs
Carlisle£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Canterbury

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Canterbury?

The average salary for a qualified teaching assistant in Canterbury 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 Canterbury a well-paid area for qualified teaching assistants?

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

Which schools and agencies hire qualified teaching assistants in Canterbury?

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

How can a qualified teaching assistant in Canterbury increase their salary?

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Canterbury 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 qualified teaching assistant pay in Canterbury and nationally?

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

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