Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists salary in the UK is £30,045 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £31,340, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £16.92.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £22,797 in East Midlands to £37,711 in Scotland. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£30,045
Annual
UK Mean
£31,340
Annual
Hourly Rate
£16.92
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £37,711 | £38,602 | £40,857 |
| London | £30,710 | Not available | £26,383 |
| West Midlands | £30,175 | £30,175 | £32,978 |
| East Midlands | £22,797 | £25,469 | £24,833 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists salary in the UK?
The median careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists salary in the UK is £30,045 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £31,340, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists the most?
Scotland pays the highest careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists salaries with a median of £37,711.
How does careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists pay vary by region?
Careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists salaries range from £22,797 in East Midlands to £37,711 in Scotland.
Are careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists?
The median hourly rate for careers advisers and vocational guidance specialists in the UK is £16.92 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.