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Occupational Therapist Salary in Belfast

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Belfast?

Average base salary in Belfast

£26,790 per year

per year in Belfast · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£26,790 per year£33,840 per year

Occupational Therapist salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical occupational therapist pay across the UK. Occupational Therapist pay in Belfast is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapists near Belfast

Compare average occupational therapist pay in Belfast and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage occupational therapist salaryJobs
Lisburn£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newtownabbey£27,075 per yearView jobs
Bangor (NI)£27,075 per yearView jobs
Antrim£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newry£27,075 per yearView jobs
Belfast This location£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Occupational Therapist get paid in Belfast?

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapist pay in Belfast

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Belfast?

The average salary for an occupational therapist in Belfast is £26,790 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £33,840 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Belfast a well-paid area for occupational therapists?

Belfast tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for occupational therapists. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire occupational therapists in Belfast?

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

How can an occupational therapist in Belfast increase their salary?

Occupational Therapists in Belfast 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 occupational therapist pay in Belfast and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Belfast it's £26,790 per year — a discount of £1,710 per year versus the UK average.

Occupational Therapist jobs in Belfast

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