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Trainee Teaching Assistant Salary in Sheffield

How much does a trainee teaching assistant earn in Sheffield?

Average base salary in Sheffield

£20,425 per year

per year in Sheffield · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,275 per year

Trainee Teaching Assistant roles are normally paid on support-staff scales, often term-time only, with higher bands for specialist or supervisory responsibility. Trainee Teaching Assistant pay in Sheffield is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for trainee teaching assistants near Sheffield

Compare average trainee teaching assistant pay in Sheffield and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage trainee teaching assistant salaryJobs
Manchester£25,038 per year2 jobs
Chesterfield£25,033 per year1 job
Leeds£24,073 per year1 job

How much do similar professions to Trainee Teaching Assistant get paid in Sheffield?

Frequently asked questions about trainee teaching assistant pay in Sheffield

How much does a trainee teaching assistant earn in Sheffield?

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

Sheffield tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for trainee teaching assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire trainee teaching assistants in Sheffield?

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

How can a trainee teaching assistant in Sheffield increase their salary?

Trainee Teaching Assistants in Sheffield typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

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

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

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