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School Support Worker Salary in Preston

How much does a school support worker earn in Preston?

Average base salary in Preston

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for school support workers near Preston

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

CityAverage school support worker salaryJobs
Preston This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Portstewart£20,425 per yearView jobs
Powys£20,425 per yearView jobs
Prestatyn£20,425 per yearView jobs
Prestwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Prestwick£20,425 per yearView jobs
Pwllheli£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about school support worker pay in Preston

How much does a school support worker earn in Preston?

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

Preston 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 Preston?

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

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

School Support Workers in Preston 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 Preston and nationally?

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

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