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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Peterhead

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Peterhead?

Average base salary in Peterhead

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Peterhead

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

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Peterhead This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Perth£20,425 per yearView jobs
Perth and Kinross£20,425 per yearView jobs
Peterborough£20,425 per yearView jobs
Peterlee£20,425 per yearView jobs
Petersfield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Pickering£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Peterhead

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Peterhead?

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

Peterhead 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 Peterhead?

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

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

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Peterhead 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 Peterhead and nationally?

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

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