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Teaching Assistant Salary in Liverpool

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Liverpool?

Average base salary in Liverpool

£20,425 per year

per year in Liverpool · 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 Liverpool is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

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Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near Liverpool

Compare average teaching assistant pay in Liverpool and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Preston£30,774 per year3 jobs
Manchester£26,194 per year9 jobs
Liverpool This location£26,082 per year8 jobs
Warrington£25,687 per year4 jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in Liverpool

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Liverpool?

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

Liverpool 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 Liverpool?

There are currently 8 live teaching assistant openings in Liverpool 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 Liverpool increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in Liverpool 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 Liverpool and nationally?

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

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