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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Newtownabbey

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Newtownabbey?

Average base salary in Newtownabbey

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Newtownabbey

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

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Newtownabbey This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Newton Abbot£20,425 per yearView jobs
Newton Mearns£20,425 per yearView jobs
Newtown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Newtownards£20,425 per yearView jobs
Norfolk£20,425 per yearView jobs
North Ayrshire£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Newtownabbey

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Newtownabbey?

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

Newtownabbey 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 Newtownabbey?

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

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

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Newtownabbey 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 Newtownabbey and nationally?

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

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