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Teaching Assistant Salary in East Midlands

How much does a teaching assistant earn in East Midlands?

Average base salary in East Midlands

£20,640 per year

per year in East Midlands · NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time)

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 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 East Midlands is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Teaching Assistant job openings in East Midlands

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Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near East Midlands

Compare average teaching assistant pay in East Midlands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
East Riding of Yorkshire£27,810 per year2 jobs
East Grinstead£25,692 per year1 job
East Midlands This location£25,223 per year5 jobs
East Lothian£23,365 per year1 job

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

Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in East Midlands

How much does a teaching assistant earn in East Midlands?

The average salary for a teaching assistant in East 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 East Midlands a well-paid area for teaching assistants?

East Midlands tends to sit around 4% 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 East Midlands?

There are currently 5 live teaching assistant openings in East Midlands on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a teaching assistant in East Midlands increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in East Midlands 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 East Midlands and nationally?

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

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