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School Catering Assistant Salary in Merseyside

How much does a school catering assistant earn in Merseyside?

Average base salary in Merseyside

£26,125 per year

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

Highest paying cities for school catering assistants near Merseyside

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

CityAverage school catering assistant salaryJobs
Merton£30,250 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Melksham£26,125 per yearView jobs
Melrose£26,125 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£26,125 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£26,125 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£26,125 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about school catering assistant pay in Merseyside

How much does a school catering assistant earn in Merseyside?

The average salary for a school catering assistant in Merseyside 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 Merseyside a well-paid area for school catering assistants?

Merseyside 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 Merseyside?

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

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

School Catering Assistants in Merseyside 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 Merseyside and nationally?

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

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