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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Carlisle

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Carlisle?

Average base salary in Carlisle

£20,425 per year

per year in Carlisle · 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 Carlisle is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Carlisle

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

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Cardiff£21,285 per yearView jobs
Carlisle This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Canterbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Cardigan£20,425 per yearView jobs
Carluke£20,425 per yearView jobs
Carmarthen£20,425 per yearView jobs
Carrickfergus£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Qualified Teaching Assistant get paid in Carlisle?

Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Carlisle

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Carlisle?

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

Carlisle 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 Carlisle?

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

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

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Carlisle 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 Carlisle and nationally?

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

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