Average Higher level teaching assistants Salary in Harborough
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How Harborough compares
The median pay for higher level teaching assistantss in the East Midlands stood at £17,257 in 2025, placing them 21.7% below the UK-wide figure of £22,050. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average, so a salary of £17,257 has an effective purchasing power closer to £18,798. Compared to the Harborough average across all roles (£28,618), higher level teaching assistantss take home 39.7% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East Midlands index: 91.8, UK=100), a salary of £17,257 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,798 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the East Midlands is 8.2% below the UK average.
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Higher level teaching assistants salary in areas near Harborough
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average higher level teaching assistants salary in Harborough?
The median higher level teaching assistants salary in the East Midlands (which includes Harborough) is £17,257 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does higher level teaching assistants pay in Harborough compare to the UK average?
Higher level teaching assistants in the East Midlands earn 21.7% below the national median of £22,050. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is higher level teaching assistants a well-paid job in Harborough compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Harborough is £28,618. Higher level teaching assistants in the East Midlands earn £17,257, which is 39.7% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for higher level teaching assistantss cover the East Midlands region. The all-jobs average is specific to Harborough. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.