Salary guide · West Sussex
How much does a teaching assistant earn in West Sussex?
Average base salary in West Sussex
£20,425 per year
per year in West Sussex · NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time)
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 West Sussex is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average teaching assistant pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average teaching assistant salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| West Midlands | £38,177 per year | 16 jobs |
| West Sussex This location | £26,023 per year | 5 jobs |
| West Yorkshire | £25,995 per year | 13 jobs |
1:1 Teaching Assistant in West Sussex
Average
£20,425 per year
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See adhd support worker jobs in West SussexThe average salary for a teaching assistant in West Sussex is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,275 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
West Sussex tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
There are currently 5 live teaching assistant openings in West Sussex on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.
Teaching Assistants in West Sussex 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.
Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In West Sussex it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.
Live teaching assistant vacancies in West Sussex from schools, trusts and agencies.
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