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Salary guide · Perth and Kinross

Teaching Assistant Salary in Perth and Kinross

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Perth and Kinross?

Average base salary in Perth and Kinross

£20,425 per year

per year in Perth and Kinross · 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 Perth and Kinross is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near Perth and Kinross

Compare average teaching assistant pay in Perth and Kinross and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Peterlee£28,340 per year1 job
Peterborough£26,918 per year5 jobs
Pembrokeshire£23,205 per year1 job

How much do similar professions to Teaching Assistant get paid in Perth and Kinross?

Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in Perth and Kinross

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Perth and Kinross?

The average salary for a teaching assistant in Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross a well-paid area for teaching assistants?

Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross?

Live teaching assistant openings in Perth and Kinross rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a teaching assistant in Perth and Kinross increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross and nationally?

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

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