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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Dumfries

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Dumfries?

Average base salary in Dumfries

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Dumfries

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

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Dumfries This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dromore£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dudley£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dumbarton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dumfries and Galloway£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dundonald£20,425 per yearView jobs
Dundee£20,210 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Dumfries

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Dumfries?

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

Dumfries 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 Dumfries?

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

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

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Dumfries 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 Dumfries and nationally?

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

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