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School Catering Assistant Salary in Canterbury

How much does a school catering assistant earn in Canterbury?

Average base salary in Canterbury

£26,125 per year

per year in Canterbury · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£26,125 per year£33,250 per year

School Catering Assistant pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. School Catering Assistant pay in Canterbury is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school catering assistants near Canterbury

Compare average school catering assistant pay in Canterbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school catering assistant salaryJobs
Camden£32,450 per yearView jobs
Cardiff£27,225 per yearView jobs
Canterbury This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Campbeltown£26,125 per yearView jobs
Cannock£26,125 per yearView jobs
Cardigan£26,125 per yearView jobs
Carlisle£26,125 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Catering Assistant get paid in Canterbury?

Frequently asked questions about school catering assistant pay in Canterbury

How much does a school catering assistant earn in Canterbury?

The average salary for a school catering assistant in Canterbury is £26,125 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £33,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Canterbury a well-paid area for school catering assistants?

Canterbury tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for school catering assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire school catering assistants in Canterbury?

Live school catering assistant openings in Canterbury rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a school catering assistant in Canterbury increase their salary?

School Catering Assistants in Canterbury 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 school catering assistant pay in Canterbury and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Canterbury it's £26,125 per year — a discount of £1,375 per year versus the UK average.

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