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Teaching Assistant Salary in Shaftesbury

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Shaftesbury?

Average base salary in Shaftesbury

£20,425 per year

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

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Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near Shaftesbury

Compare average teaching assistant pay in Shaftesbury and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Sheffield£41,600 per year1 job
Sevenoaks£27,917 per year2 jobs
Seaham£27,300 per year1 job
Sherborne£22,750 per year1 job
Shaftesbury This location1 job

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Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in Shaftesbury

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Shaftesbury?

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

Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury?

There are currently 1 live teaching assistant opening in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury and nationally?

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

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