Is drama therapist pay in Kensington and Chelsea higher than the UK average?

Yes — drama therapist pay in Kensington and Chelsea runs about 18% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which nearby cities pay drama therapists more than Kensington and Chelsea?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Kensington and Chelsea" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Kensington and Chelsea

Drama Therapist Salary in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a drama therapist earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

Average base salary in Kensington and Chelsea

£33,630 per year

per year in Kensington and Chelsea · School or trust-set scale

See Drama Therapist jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£25,960 per year£33,630 per year£42,480 per year

Drama Therapist salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical drama therapist pay across the UK. Drama Therapist pay in Kensington and Chelsea is adjusted by 1.18× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for drama therapists near Kensington and Chelsea

Compare average drama therapist pay in Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring areas.

City	Average drama therapist salary	Jobs
Kensington and Chelsea This location	£33,630 per year	View jobs
Keighley	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kelso	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kendal	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kent	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Keswick	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Kettering	£27,075 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Drama Therapist get paid in Kensington and Chelsea?

Academy Trustee in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

See academy trustee jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Access Arrangements Assessor in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

See access arrangements assessor jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Access Arrangements Coordinator in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£59,000 per year

See access arrangements coordinator jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Accounts Assistant in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£33,630 per year

See accounts assistant jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Activities Coordinator in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£59,000 per year

See activities coordinator jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Admin Assistant in Kensington and Chelsea

Average

£32,450 per year

See admin assistant jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Frequently asked questions about drama therapist pay in Kensington and Chelsea

How much does a drama therapist earn in Kensington and Chelsea?

The average salary for a drama therapist in Kensington and Chelsea is £33,630 per year, typically ranging from £25,960 per year to £42,480 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kensington and Chelsea a well-paid area for drama therapists?

Kensington and Chelsea pays drama therapists around 18% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which schools and agencies hire drama therapists in Kensington and Chelsea?

Live drama therapist openings in Kensington and Chelsea rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a drama therapist in Kensington and Chelsea increase their salary?

Drama Therapists in Kensington and Chelsea typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between drama therapist pay in Kensington and Chelsea and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Kensington and Chelsea it's £33,630 per year — a premium of £5,130 per year versus the UK average.

Drama Therapist jobs in Kensington and Chelsea

Live drama therapist vacancies in Kensington and Chelsea from schools, trusts and agencies.

Browse Drama Therapist jobs in Kensington and Chelsea