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Qualified Teaching Assistant Salary in Thirsk

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Thirsk?

Average base salary in Thirsk

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for qualified teaching assistants near Thirsk

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

CityAverage qualified teaching assistant salaryJobs
Thirsk This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thame£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thatcham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thetford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thornbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Thurso£20,425 per yearView jobs
Tiverton£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about qualified teaching assistant pay in Thirsk

How much does a qualified teaching assistant earn in Thirsk?

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

Thirsk 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 Thirsk?

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

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

Qualified Teaching Assistants in Thirsk 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 Thirsk and nationally?

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

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