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Trainee Teaching Assistant Salary in West Sussex

How much does a trainee teaching assistant earn in West Sussex?

Average base salary in West Sussex

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for trainee teaching assistants near West Sussex

Compare average trainee teaching assistant pay in West Sussex and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage trainee teaching assistant salaryJobs
West Midlands£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£20,640 per yearView jobs
West Sussex This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£20,425 per yearView jobs
Westbury£20,425 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about trainee teaching assistant pay in West Sussex

How much does a trainee teaching assistant earn in West Sussex?

The average salary for a trainee 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.

Is West Sussex a well-paid area for trainee teaching assistants?

West Sussex 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 West Sussex?

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

How can a trainee teaching assistant in West Sussex increase their salary?

Trainee Teaching Assistants in West Sussex 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 West Sussex and nationally?

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.

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