Average Educational support assistants Salary in North Hertfordshire
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How North Hertfordshire compares
In 2025, educational support assistantss working in the East took home a median salary of £16,861 — that's 1.3% below the national average of £17,086. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average, so a salary of £16,861 has an effective purchasing power closer to £17,329. Compared to the North Hertfordshire average across all roles (£33,409), educational support assistantss take home 49.5% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £16,861 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £17,329 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East is 2.7% below the UK average.
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Educational support assistants salary in areas near North Hertfordshire
Salary data is by ONS region. North Hertfordshire is in the East region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average educational support assistants salary in North Hertfordshire?
The median educational support assistants salary in the East (which includes North Hertfordshire) is £16,861 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does educational support assistants pay in North Hertfordshire compare to the UK average?
Educational support assistants in the East earn 1.3% below the national median of £17,086. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is educational support assistants a well-paid job in North Hertfordshire compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in North Hertfordshire is £33,409. Educational support assistants in the East earn £16,861, which is 49.5% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for educational support assistantss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to North Hertfordshire. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.