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SEND Teaching Assistant Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a send teaching assistant earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£46,530 per year

per year in Edinburgh · MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£37,620 per year£46,530 per year£57,420 per year

SEND Teaching Assistant pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. SEND Teaching Assistant pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for send teaching assistants near Edinburgh

Compare average send teaching assistant pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage send teaching assistant salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£46,530 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£46,530 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£44,650 per yearView jobs
Livingston£44,650 per yearView jobs
Stirling£44,650 per yearView jobs
Dundee£44,180 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to SEND Teaching Assistant get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about send teaching assistant pay in Edinburgh

How much does a send teaching assistant earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a send teaching assistant in Edinburgh is £46,530 per year, typically ranging from £37,620 per year to £57,420 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for send teaching assistants?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for send teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire send teaching assistants in Edinburgh?

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

How can a send teaching assistant in Edinburgh increase their salary?

SEND Teaching Assistants in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up MPS/UPS + SEN/TLR or leadership range, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between send teaching assistant pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Edinburgh it's £46,530 per year — a discount of £470 per year versus the UK average.

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