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SEND Teaching Assistant Salary in Scotland

How much does a send teaching assistant earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£44,180 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£35,720 per year£44,180 per year£54,520 per year

SEND Teaching Assistant pay reflects specialist responsibility, with SEN allowances, TLR payments or leadership points where applicable. SEND Teaching Assistant pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for send teaching assistants near Scotland

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

CityAverage send teaching assistant salaryJobs
Sandbach£44,650 per yearView jobs
Sandown£44,650 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£44,650 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£44,650 per yearView jobs
Seaford£44,650 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£44,180 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£44,180 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about send teaching assistant pay in Scotland

How much does a send teaching assistant earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a send teaching assistant in Scotland is £44,180 per year, typically ranging from £35,720 per year to £54,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Scotland tends to sit around 6% 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 Scotland?

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

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

SEND Teaching Assistants in Scotland 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 Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £47,000 per year. In Scotland it's £44,180 per year — a discount of £2,820 per year versus the UK average.

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