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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in South West England

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in South West England?

Average base salary in South West England

£20,640 per year

per year in South West England · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 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 South West England is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near South West England

Compare average qualified teaching assistant pay in South West England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
South East England£21,930 per yearView jobs
South West England This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£20,640 per yearView jobs
Southampton£20,640 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
South Shields£20,425 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Qualified Teaching Assistant get paid in South West England?

Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in South West England

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in South West England?

The average salary for a qualified teaching assistant in South West England is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,240 per year to £23,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is South West England a well-paid area for qualified teaching assistants?

South West England tends to sit around 4% 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 South West England?

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

How can a qualified teaching assistant in South West England increase their salary?

Qualified Teaching Assistants in South West England 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 South West England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In South West England it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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