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Teaching Assistant Salary in Leeds

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£20,640 per year

per year in Leeds · 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 Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

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Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near Leeds

Compare average teaching assistant pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Sheffield£41,600 per year1 job
York£28,265 per year2 jobs
Leeds This location£27,575 per year6 jobs
Wakefield£26,510 per year3 jobs
Manchester£26,194 per year9 jobs
Bradford£26,000 per year1 job

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

Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in Leeds

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Leeds?

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

Leeds 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 Leeds?

There are currently 6 live teaching assistant openings in Leeds 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 Leeds increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in Leeds 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 Leeds and nationally?

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

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