Teaching assistants Salary in United Kingdom
Updated May 2026
Official salary data
Based on approximately 227,000 employees
Typical salary range
£13,167 – £20,732
Middle 50% of earners (25th–75th percentile)
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Median £17,265
10th percentile
£8,926
25th percentile
£13,167
Median
£17,265
Mean
£16,853
75th percentile
£20,732
90th percentile
£24,564
| Statistic | Annual pay (gross) |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | £8,926 |
| 25th percentile | £13,167 |
| Median | £17,265 |
| Mean | £16,853 |
| 75th percentile | £20,732 |
| 90th percentile | £24,564 |
Pay by period
Weekly
£382
Mean £366
Hourly
£13.28
Mean £13.88
| Pay period | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Weekly | £382 | £366 |
| Hourly | £13.28 | £13.88 |
Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) · 2024 revised
Take-home pay estimate
£
MonthlyAnnual
Gross salary
£1,439£17,265
−Income tax
£78£939
−National Insurance
£31£376
=Take-home pay
£1,329£15,950
Estimate only · 2026/27 HMRC rates · Standard allowances · Not financial or tax advice
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