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Teaching Assistant Salary in Ashton-under-Lyne

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Average base salary in Ashton-under-Lyne

£20,425 per year

per year in Ashton-under-Lyne · NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time)

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 per year

Supports the class teacher with learning, small groups and 1:1. Paid on NJC support staff scales — usually term-time only. Teaching Assistant pay in Ashton-under-Lyne is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near Ashton-under-Lyne

Compare average teaching assistant pay in Ashton-under-Lyne and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Ashton-under-Lyne This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Argyll and Bute£20,425 per yearView jobs
Armagh£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ashford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Aylesbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ayr£20,425 per yearView jobs
Bala£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Teaching Assistant get paid in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in Ashton-under-Lyne

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Ashton-under-Lyne?

The average salary for a teaching assistant in Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne a well-paid area for teaching assistants?

Ashton-under-Lyne tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire teaching assistants in Ashton-under-Lyne?

Live teaching assistant openings in Ashton-under-Lyne rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a teaching assistant in Ashton-under-Lyne increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in Ashton-under-Lyne typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time), taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between teaching assistant pay in Ashton-under-Lyne and nationally?

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

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