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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Macclesfield

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Macclesfield?

Average base salary in Macclesfield

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Macclesfield

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

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Macclesfield This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lyme Regis£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lymington£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lytham St Annes£20,425 per yearView jobs
Machynlleth£20,425 per yearView jobs
Maesteg£20,425 per yearView jobs
Magherafelt£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Macclesfield

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Macclesfield?

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

Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield?

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

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

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield and nationally?

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

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