Average Higher level teaching assistants Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
The numbers for 2025 show that a typical higher level teaching assistants in the London earned £27,275. Compared to the UK median of £22,050, that's 23.7% above. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average, so a salary of £27,275 has an effective purchasing power closer to £23,432. Compared to the City of London average across all roles (£67,064), higher level teaching assistantss take home 59.3% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £27,275 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £23,432 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Higher level teaching assistants salary in areas near City of London
Salary data is by ONS region. City of London is in the London region. Below are neighbouring regions — click to explore salaries there.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average higher level teaching assistants salary in City of London?
The median higher level teaching assistants salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £27,275 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 City of London compare to the UK average?
Higher level teaching assistants in the London earn 23.7% above the national median of £22,050. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is higher level teaching assistants a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Higher level teaching assistants in the London earn £27,275, which is 59.3% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for higher level teaching assistantss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.