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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Kirkcaldy

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Kirkcaldy?

Average base salary in Kirkcaldy

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Kirkcaldy

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

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Kingston upon Thames£23,650 per yearView jobs
Kirkcaldy This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Kingsbridge£20,425 per yearView jobs
Kingston upon Hull£20,425 per yearView jobs
Kirkintilloch£20,425 per yearView jobs
Kirkwall£20,425 per yearView jobs
Knutsford£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Kirkcaldy

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Kirkcaldy?

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

Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy?

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

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

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Kirkcaldy 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 Kirkcaldy and nationally?

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

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