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Sensory Support Assistant Salary in Sheffield

How much does a sensory support assistant earn in Sheffield?

Average base salary in Sheffield

£27,075 per year

per year in Sheffield · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£27,075 per year£34,200 per year

Sensory Support Assistant salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical sensory support assistant pay across the UK. Sensory Support Assistant pay in Sheffield is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for sensory support assistants near Sheffield

Compare average sensory support assistant pay in Sheffield and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage sensory support assistant salaryJobs
Manchester£27,930 per yearView jobs
Leeds£27,360 per yearView jobs
Sheffield This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Rotherham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Barnsley£27,075 per yearView jobs
Chesterfield£27,075 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Sensory Support Assistant get paid in Sheffield?

Frequently asked questions about sensory support assistant pay in Sheffield

How much does a sensory support assistant earn in Sheffield?

The average salary for a sensory support assistant in Sheffield is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Sheffield a well-paid area for sensory support assistants?

Sheffield tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for sensory support assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire sensory support assistants in Sheffield?

Live sensory support assistant openings in Sheffield rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a sensory support assistant in Sheffield increase their salary?

Sensory Support Assistants in Sheffield typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set 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 sensory support assistant pay in Sheffield and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Sheffield it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.

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