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Drama Therapist Salary in West Midlands

How much does a drama therapist earn in West Midlands?

Average base salary in West Midlands

£27,360 per year

per year in West Midlands · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,120 per year£27,360 per year£34,560 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 West Midlands is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for drama therapists near West Midlands

Compare average drama therapist pay in West Midlands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage drama therapist salaryJobs
West Midlands This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£27,360 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire£27,360 per yearView jobs
West Bromwich£27,075 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£27,075 per yearView jobs
West Lothian£27,075 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£27,075 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Drama Therapist get paid in West Midlands?

Frequently asked questions about drama therapist pay in West Midlands

How much does a drama therapist earn in West Midlands?

The average salary for a drama therapist in West Midlands is £27,360 per year, typically ranging from £21,120 per year to £34,560 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is West Midlands a well-paid area for drama therapists?

West Midlands tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for drama therapists. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire drama therapists in West Midlands?

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

How can a drama therapist in West Midlands increase their salary?

Drama Therapists in West Midlands 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 drama therapist pay in West Midlands and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In West Midlands it's £27,360 per year — a discount of £1,140 per year versus the UK average.

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