Average Special needs education teaching professionals Salary in Bristol, City of UA
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How Bristol, City of UA compares
In practical terms, a special needs education teaching professionals in the South West earned a median of £35,787 during 2025, which works out to 11.3% below the UK-wide median of £40,363. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £35,787 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £37,239. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652, so special needs education teaching professionalss sit 2.4% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £35,787 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £37,239 — 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.
Special needs education teaching professionals salary across UK regions
Special needs education teaching professionals salary in areas near Bristol, City of UA
Salary data is by ONS region. Bristol, City of 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 special needs education teaching professionals salary in Bristol, City of UA?
The median special needs education teaching professionals salary in the South West (which includes Bristol, City of UA) is £35,787 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does special needs education teaching professionals pay in Bristol, City of UA compare to the UK average?
Special needs education teaching professionals in the South West earn 11.3% below the national median of £40,363. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is special needs education teaching professionals a well-paid job in Bristol, City of UA compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Bristol, City of UA is £36,652. Special needs education teaching professionals in the South West earn £35,787, which is 2.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for special needs education teaching professionalss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Bristol, City of UA. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.