Average Teaching assistants Salary in North Devon
ONS ASHE 2025 · South West region · Updated October 2025
How North Devon compares
In practical terms, a teaching assistants in the South West earned a median of £15,458 during 2025, which works out to 14.2% below the UK-wide median of £18,024. Factor in the South West's cost of living (3.9% below the UK norm) and a £15,458 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £16,085. The all-jobs average in North Devon is £27,526. By comparison, teaching assistantss earn 43.8% less than the typical worker locally.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (South West index: 96.1, UK=100), a salary of £15,458 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £16,085 — 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.
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Salary data is by ONS region. North Devon 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 teaching assistants salary in North Devon?
The median teaching assistants salary in the South West (which includes North Devon) is £15,458 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does teaching assistants pay in North Devon compare to the UK average?
Teaching assistants in the South West earn 14.2% below the national median of £18,024. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is teaching assistants a well-paid job in North Devon compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in North Devon is £27,526. Teaching assistants in the South West earn £15,458, which is 43.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for teaching assistantss cover the South West region. The all-jobs average is specific to North Devon. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.