Average Teaching assistants Salary in West Lothian
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How West Lothian compares
Based on 2025 data, teaching assistantss in the Scotland earned £17,529 at the median — 2.7% below the national benchmark of £18,024. Factor in the Scotland's cost of living (7.7% below the UK norm) and a £17,529 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £18,991. Compared to the West Lothian average across all roles (£32,535), teaching assistantss take home 46.1% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £17,529 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £18,991 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Salary data is by ONS region. West Lothian is in the Scotland 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 West Lothian?
The median teaching assistants salary in the Scotland (which includes West Lothian) is £17,529 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 West Lothian compare to the UK average?
Teaching assistants in the Scotland earn 2.7% 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 West Lothian compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in West Lothian is £32,535. Teaching assistants in the Scotland earn £17,529, which is 46.1% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for teaching assistantss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to West Lothian. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.