Average Higher level teaching assistants Salary in Norwich
ONS ASHE 2025 · East region · Updated October 2025
How Norwich compares
Based on 2025 data, higher level teaching assistantss in the East earned £18,891 at the median — 14.3% below the national benchmark of £22,050. Factor in the East's cost of living (2.7% below the UK norm) and a £18,891 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £19,415. The all-jobs average in Norwich is £28,457. By comparison, higher level teaching assistantss earn 33.6% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (East index: 97.3, UK=100), a salary of £18,891 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £19,415 — 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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Higher level teaching assistants salary in areas near Norwich
Salary data is by ONS region. Norwich 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 higher level teaching assistants salary in Norwich?
The median higher level teaching assistants salary in the East (which includes Norwich) is £18,891 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 Norwich compare to the UK average?
Higher level teaching assistants in the East earn 14.3% 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 Norwich compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Norwich is £28,457. Higher level teaching assistants in the East earn £18,891, which is 33.6% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for higher level teaching assistantss cover the East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Norwich. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.