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SLD Teaching Assistant Salary in West Midlands

How much does a sld teaching assistant earn in West Midlands?

Average base salary in West Midlands

£20,640 per year

per year in West Midlands · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 per year

SLD Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. SLD Teaching Assistant pay in West Midlands is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for sld teaching assistants near West Midlands

Compare average sld teaching assistant pay in West Midlands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage sld teaching assistant salaryJobs
West Midlands This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Bromwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£20,425 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to SLD Teaching Assistant get paid in West Midlands?

Frequently asked questions about sld teaching assistant pay in West Midlands

How much does a sld teaching assistant earn in West Midlands?

The average salary for a sld teaching assistant in West Midlands is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,240 per year to £23,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Midlands a well-paid area for sld teaching assistants?

West Midlands tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for sld teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire sld teaching assistants in West Midlands?

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

How can a sld teaching assistant in West Midlands increase their salary?

SLD Teaching Assistants in West Midlands 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 sld teaching assistant pay in West Midlands and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In West Midlands it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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