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SEN Teaching Assistant Salary in Merthyr Tydfil

How much does a sen teaching assistant earn in Merthyr Tydfil?

Average base salary in Merthyr Tydfil

£20,425 per year

per year in Merthyr Tydfil · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 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 Merthyr Tydfil is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for sen teaching assistants near Merthyr Tydfil

Compare average sen teaching assistant pay in Merthyr Tydfil and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage sen teaching assistant salaryJobs
Merton£27,950 per year1 job
Middlesbrough£27,300 per year1 job
Merseyside£25,674 per year2 jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about sen teaching assistant pay in Merthyr Tydfil

How much does a sen teaching assistant earn in Merthyr Tydfil?

The average salary for a sen teaching assistant in Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil a well-paid area for sen teaching assistants?

Merthyr Tydfil tends to sit around 5% 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 Merthyr Tydfil?

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

How can a sen teaching assistant in Merthyr Tydfil increase their salary?

SEN Teaching Assistants in Merthyr Tydfil 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 Merthyr Tydfil and nationally?

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

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