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Teaching Assistant Salary in South Yorkshire

How much does a teaching assistant earn in South Yorkshire?

Average base salary in South Yorkshire

£20,640 per year

per year in South Yorkshire · 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 South Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

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Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near South Yorkshire

Compare average teaching assistant pay in South Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Southampton£27,528 per year4 jobs
Southport£27,300 per year2 jobs
South West England£26,266 per year12 jobs
South Yorkshire This location£24,464 per year7 jobs

How much do similar professions to Teaching Assistant get paid in South Yorkshire?

Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in South Yorkshire

How much does a teaching assistant earn in South Yorkshire?

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

South Yorkshire 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 South Yorkshire?

There are currently 7 live teaching assistant openings in South Yorkshire 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 South Yorkshire increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in South Yorkshire 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 South Yorkshire and nationally?

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

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