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Teaching Assistant Salary in Westminster

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Westminster?

Average base salary in Westminster

£25,370 per year

per year in Westminster · NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time)

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£22,420 per year£25,370 per year£28,910 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 Westminster is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

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Highest paying cities for teaching assistants near Westminster

Compare average teaching assistant pay in Westminster and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage teaching assistant salaryJobs
Weston-super-Mare£26,813 per year3 jobs
West Yorkshire£25,995 per year13 jobs
Westminster This location£25,805 per year2 jobs

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Frequently asked questions about teaching assistant pay in Westminster

How much does a teaching assistant earn in Westminster?

The average salary for a teaching assistant in Westminster is £25,370 per year, typically ranging from £22,420 per year to £28,910 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Westminster a well-paid area for teaching assistants?

Westminster pays teaching assistants around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time).

Which schools and agencies hire teaching assistants in Westminster?

There are currently 2 live teaching assistant openings in Westminster 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 Westminster increase their salary?

Teaching Assistants in Westminster typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 4–7 (term-time), taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between teaching assistant pay in Westminster and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Westminster it's £25,370 per year — a premium of £3,870 per year versus the UK average.

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