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Occupational Therapist Salary in Cheltenham

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Cheltenham?

Average base salary in Cheltenham

£27,075 per year

per year in Cheltenham · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£27,075 per year£34,200 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 Cheltenham is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapists near Cheltenham

Compare average occupational therapist pay in Cheltenham and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage occupational therapist salaryJobs
Cheltenham This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Ceredigion£27,075 per yearView jobs
Chatham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Chelmsford£27,075 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£27,075 per yearView jobs
Chesham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Cheshire£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapist pay in Cheltenham

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Cheltenham?

The average salary for an occupational therapist in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham a well-paid area for occupational therapists?

Cheltenham tends to sit around 5% 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 Cheltenham?

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

How can an occupational therapist in Cheltenham increase their salary?

Occupational Therapists in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and nationally?

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

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