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Teachers aide salary NSW: How it compares to the national full-time average

The precise teacher aide salary in NSW is not specified in the provided sources, but typical award rates are well below the national full-time average of $108,352.

This is the New South Wales full-time average. It sits $1,306 over the Australian full-time average, about 1.2% above the line.

Week, hour, and a tax sketch

$2,109 a week · $55.49 an hour if spread over 38 hours

About $84,047 after resident income tax and a 2% Medicare levy.

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Where does a teacher aide salary in NSW sit against the national full-time average?

If you are looking for a precise figure for a teacher aide salary in NSW, the provided sources do not publish a specific number for this role. The ABS Average Weekly Earnings survey reports earnings by industry and state, but not by detailed occupation. The Fair Work Ombudsman’s pay guides cover awards such as the Educational Services (Teachers) Award, which applies to qualified teachers, not teacher aides. Teacher aides are generally covered by the Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award or state‑based instruments, and those rates are not included in the search results.

The national full‑time average as a benchmark

To give context, the national full‑time adult ordinary‑time average is $2,083.70 per week, or about $108,352 per year (ABS Average Weekly Earnings, May 2026, multiplied by 52). This is the line on this site. The full‑time median (from ABS Employee Earnings, August 2025) is about $90,532, and the all‑employees median is about $74,100. The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, $1,004.90 per week on a 38‑hour week, or about $52,255 per year.

Teacher aide roles are often part‑time or casual, and award rates are typically lower than the full‑time average. For example, the Teachers Award (which does not cover teacher aides) starts at $1,223.50 per week for a Level 1 teacher – still below the national average. Teacher aide award rates are generally lower again, but without a specific figure from the sources, we cannot give an exact comparison.

State averages in NSW

The full‑time average for New South Wales is about $109,658 per year (based on the ABS state figure of $2,108.80 per week). This is slightly above the national average. A teacher aide salary in NSW would almost certainly fall below this state average, given the nature of the role and typical award classifications.

How to find a more precise figure

To get an exact teacher aide salary for NSW, you would need to consult the relevant award or enterprise agreement. The Fair Work Ombudsman’s Pay and Conditions Tool can help you find the correct classification and pay rate. Alternatively, job advertisements and salary surveys may give a market range. The ABS does not publish a specific occupation median for teacher aides in the provided data, but the all‑employees median of $74,100 gives a rough indication of where many support roles sit.

Using this site’s tools

You can place a salary on the line to see how any figure compares to the national full‑time average. For state‑by‑state comparisons, visit the New South Wales page. The job medians page lists medians for many occupations, though teacher aides are not separately listed in the provided sources.

Key takeaways

  • The national full‑time average is $108,352 per year.
  • The NSW full‑time average is about $109,658 per year.
  • Teacher aide award rates are not provided in the search results, but they are generally below both averages.
  • The national minimum wage is $52,255 per year, and teacher aide rates are above that.
  • For a precise figure, check the relevant award or employer agreement.

Further reading

  • How the figures are set explains the methodology behind the ABS averages and Fair Work awards.
  • Guides offer practical advice on interpreting salary data and award coverage.

Questions

What is the national full-time average salary in Australia?

According to the ABS Average Weekly Earnings for May 2026, the national full-time adult ordinary-time average is $2,083.70 per week, or about $108,352 per year (multiplied by 52). This is the benchmark used on this site.

What award covers teacher aides in NSW?

Teacher aides in NSW are typically covered by the Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award, not the Teachers Award. The provided sources only include the Teachers Award, which sets rates for qualified teachers. For teacher aides, you should refer to the relevant award or your enterprise agreement.

How does a teacher aide salary compare to the minimum wage?

The national minimum wage from 1 July 2026 is $26.44 per hour, or $1,004.90 per week for a 38-hour week, equating to about $52,255 per year. Teacher aide award rates are generally above the minimum wage but still significantly below the national full-time average.

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