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Administrative Assistant Salary in Kent

How much does an administrative assistant earn in Kent?

Average base salary in Kent

£26,125 per year

per year in Kent · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£26,125 per year£33,250 per year

Administrative Assistant pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. Administrative Assistant pay in Kent is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for administrative assistants near Kent

Compare average administrative assistant pay in Kent and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage administrative assistant salaryJobs
Kensington and Chelsea£32,450 per yearView jobs
Kent This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
Kelso£26,125 per yearView jobs
Kendal£26,125 per yearView jobs
Keswick£26,125 per yearView jobs
Kettering£26,125 per yearView jobs
Kidderminster£26,125 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about administrative assistant pay in Kent

How much does an administrative assistant earn in Kent?

The average salary for an administrative assistant in Kent is £26,125 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £33,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kent a well-paid area for administrative assistants?

Kent tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for administrative assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire administrative assistants in Kent?

Live administrative assistant openings in Kent rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an administrative assistant in Kent increase their salary?

Administrative Assistants in Kent typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between administrative assistant pay in Kent and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In Kent it's £26,125 per year — a discount of £1,375 per year versus the UK average.

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