Average Educational support assistants Salary in Powys / Powys
ONS ASHE 2025 · Wales region · Updated October 2025
How Powys / Powys compares
In 2025, educational support assistantss working in the Wales took home a median salary of £17,212 — that's 0.7% above the national average of £17,086. In practical terms, living costs in the Wales run 10.0% below average. That means £17,212 stretches to roughly £19,124 in real spending power. Compared to the Powys / Powys average across all roles (£26,839), educational support assistantss take home 35.9% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Wales index: 90, UK=100), a salary of £17,212 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £19,124 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Wales is 10.0% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average educational support assistants salary in Powys / Powys?
The median educational support assistants salary in the Wales (which includes Powys / Powys) is £17,212 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 Powys / Powys compare to the UK average?
Educational support assistants in the Wales earn 0.7% above the national median of £17,086. This makes the Wales one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is educational support assistants a well-paid job in Powys / Powys compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Powys / Powys is £26,839. Educational support assistants in the Wales earn £17,212, which is 35.9% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for educational support assistantss cover the Wales region. The all-jobs average is specific to Powys / Powys. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.