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Teaching Assistant Salary in Rayleigh

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Rayleigh?

Average base salary in Rayleigh

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near Rayleigh

Compare average teaching assistant pay in Rayleigh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Redbridge£23,650 per yearView jobs
Reading£22,360 per yearView jobs
Rayleigh This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Pwllheli£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ramsgate£20,425 per yearView jobs
Randalstown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Redcar£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in Rayleigh

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Rayleigh?

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

Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh?

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

How can a teaching assistant in Rayleigh increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh and nationally?

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

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