Average Higher level teaching assistants Salary in South Kesteven
ONS ASHE 2025 · East Midlands region · Updated October 2025
How South Kesteven 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. The all-jobs average in South Kesteven is £28,724. By comparison, higher level teaching assistantss earn 39.9% less than the typical worker locally.
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 South Kesteven
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average higher level teaching assistants salary in South Kesteven?
The median higher level teaching assistants salary in the East Midlands (which includes South Kesteven) 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 South Kesteven 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 South Kesteven compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in South Kesteven is £28,724. Higher level teaching assistants in the East Midlands earn £17,257, which is 39.9% 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 South Kesteven. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.