Salary guide · Merthyr Tydfil
How much does a teaching assistant earn in Merthyr Tydfil?
Average base salary in Merthyr Tydfil
£20,425 per year
per year in Merthyr Tydfil · NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time)
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 Merthyr Tydfil is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average teaching assistant pay in Merthyr Tydfil and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average teaching assistant salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Middlesbrough | £31,450 per year | 1 job |
| Merton | £27,642 per year | 1 job |
| Merseyside | £24,940 per year | 9 jobs |
1:1 Teaching Assistant in Merthyr Tydfil
Average
£20,425 per year
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£20,425 per year
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£20,425 per year
See adhd support worker jobs in Merthyr TydfilThe average salary for a teaching assistant in Merthyr Tydfil is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,275 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Merthyr Tydfil tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live teaching assistant openings in Merthyr Tydfil rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Teaching Assistants in Merthyr Tydfil 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.
Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Merthyr Tydfil it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.
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