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SEN Teaching Assistant Salary in West Sussex

How much does a sen teaching assistant earn in West Sussex?

Average base salary in West Sussex

£20,425 per year

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

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Highest paying cities for sen teaching assistants near West Sussex

Compare average sen teaching assistant pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage sen teaching assistant salaryJobs
West Midlands£27,158 per year8 jobs
West Yorkshire£26,631 per year8 jobs
West Sussex This location£23,767 per year6 jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about sen teaching assistant pay in West Sussex

How much does a sen teaching assistant earn in West Sussex?

The average salary for a sen teaching assistant in West Sussex 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 West Sussex a well-paid area for sen teaching assistants?

West Sussex 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 West Sussex?

There are currently 6 live sen teaching assistant openings in West Sussex on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a sen teaching assistant in West Sussex increase their salary?

SEN Teaching Assistants in West Sussex 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 West Sussex and nationally?

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

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