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Salary guide · North West England

Teaching Assistant Salary in North West England

How much does a teaching assistant earn in North West England?

Average base salary in North West England

£20,640 per year

per year in North West England · 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 North West England is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Teaching Assistant job openings in North West England

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Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near North West England

Compare average teaching assistant pay in North West England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
North East England£29,250 per year1 job
North Yorkshire£28,383 per year6 jobs
Northampton£26,845 per year2 jobs
Northallerton£26,000 per year1 job
North West England This location£24,180 per year1 job

How much do similar professions to Teaching Assistant get paid in North West England?

Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in North West England

How much does a teaching assistant earn in North West England?

The average salary for a teaching assistant in North West England 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 North West England a well-paid area for teaching assistants?

North West England 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 North West England?

There are currently 1 live teaching assistant opening in North West England 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 North West England increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in North West England 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 North West England and nationally?

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

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