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SEN Teaching Assistant Salary in Leeds

How much does a sen teaching assistant earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£20,640 per year

per year in Leeds · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 per year

SEN Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. SEN Teaching Assistant pay in Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for sen teaching assistants near Leeds

Compare average sen teaching assistant pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage sen teaching assistant salaryJobs
York£28,265 per year2 jobs
Wakefield£27,950 per year1 job
Sheffield£26,060 per year3 jobs
Manchester£25,437 per year4 jobs

How much do similar professions to SEN Teaching Assistant get paid in Leeds?

Frequently asked questions about sen teaching assistant pay in Leeds

How much does a sen teaching assistant earn in Leeds?

The average salary for a sen teaching assistant in Leeds is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,240 per year to £23,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for sen teaching assistants?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for sen teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire sen teaching assistants in Leeds?

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

How can a sen teaching assistant in Leeds increase their salary?

SEN Teaching Assistants in Leeds 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 sen teaching assistant pay in Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Leeds it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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