Salary guide · Chester
How much does an occupational therapist earn in Chester?
Average base salary in Chester
£27,075 per year
per year in Chester · School or trust-set scale
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 Chester is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average occupational therapist pay in Chester and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average occupational therapist salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Chester This location | £27,075 per year | View jobs |
| Chepstow | £27,075 per year | View jobs |
| Chesham | £27,075 per year | View jobs |
| Cheshire | £27,075 per year | View jobs |
| Chesterfield | £27,075 per year | View jobs |
| Chichester | £27,075 per year | View jobs |
| Chippenham | £27,075 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for an occupational therapist in Chester is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Chester tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for occupational therapists. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live occupational therapist openings in Chester rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Occupational Therapists in Chester 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.
Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Chester it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.
Live occupational therapist vacancies in Chester from schools, trusts and agencies.
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