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Education Support Assistant Salary in England

How much does an education support assistant earn in England?

Average base salary in England

£27,075 per year

per year in England · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£27,075 per year£34,200 per year

Education Support Assistant salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical education support assistant pay across the UK. Education Support Assistant pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for education support assistants near England

Compare average education support assistant pay in England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage education support assistant salaryJobs
Enfield£31,350 per yearView jobs
England This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Elgin£27,075 per yearView jobs
Ely£27,075 per yearView jobs
Enniskillen£27,075 per yearView jobs
Epsom£27,075 per yearView jobs
Essex£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about education support assistant pay in England

How much does an education support assistant earn in England?

The average salary for an education support assistant in England is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is England a well-paid area for education support assistants?

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

Which schools and agencies hire education support assistants in England?

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

How can an education support assistant in England increase their salary?

Education Support Assistants in England typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set 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 education support assistant pay in England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In England it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.

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