Average Educational support assistants Salary in Swindon UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Swindon UA compares
In 2025, educational support assistantss working in the South West took home a median salary of £16,938 — that's 0.9% below the national average of £17,086. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £16,938 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £17,625. The all-jobs average in Swindon UA is £32,933. By comparison, educational support assistantss earn 48.6% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £16,938 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £17,625 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the South West is 3.9% below the UK average.
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Educational support assistants salary in areas near Swindon UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Swindon UA is in the South West 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 Swindon UA?
The median educational support assistants salary in the South West (which includes Swindon UA) is £16,938 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 Swindon UA compare to the UK average?
Educational support assistants in the South West earn 0.9% 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 Swindon UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Swindon UA is £32,933. Educational support assistants in the South West earn £16,938, which is 48.6% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for educational support assistantss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Swindon UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.