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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Shetland Islands

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Shetland Islands?

Average base salary in Shetland Islands

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Shetland Islands

Compare average qualified teaching assistant pay in Shetland Islands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Shetland Islands This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Shaftesbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£20,425 per yearView jobs
Shipley£20,425 per yearView jobs
Shrewsbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Shropshire£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Shetland Islands

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Shetland Islands?

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

Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands?

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

How can a qualified teaching assistant in Shetland Islands increase their salary?

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands and nationally?

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

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