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School Support Worker Salary in Merseyside

How much does a school support worker earn in Merseyside?

Average base salary in Merseyside

£20,425 per year

per year in Merseyside · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 per year

School Support Worker roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. School Support Worker pay in Merseyside is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school support workers near Merseyside

Compare average school support worker pay in Merseyside and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school support worker salaryJobs
Merton£23,650 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melksham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melrose£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£20,425 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£20,425 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Support Worker get paid in Merseyside?

Frequently asked questions about school support worker pay in Merseyside

How much does a school support worker earn in Merseyside?

The average salary for a school support worker in Merseyside 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 Merseyside a well-paid area for school support workers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire school support workers in Merseyside?

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

How can a school support worker in Merseyside increase their salary?

School Support Workers 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 support worker pay in Merseyside and nationally?

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

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