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Occupational Therapist Salary in East Midlands

How much does an occupational therapist earn in East Midlands?

Average base salary in East Midlands

£27,360 per year

per year in East 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

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 East Midlands is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapists near East Midlands

Compare average occupational therapist pay in East Midlands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage occupational therapist salaryJobs
East of England£29,070 per yearView jobs
East Midlands This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
East Riding of Yorkshire£27,360 per yearView jobs
East Grinstead£27,075 per yearView jobs
East Kilbride£27,075 per yearView jobs
East Lothian£27,075 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapist pay in East Midlands

How much does an occupational therapist earn in East Midlands?

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

East Midlands tends to sit around 4% 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 East Midlands?

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

How can an occupational therapist in East Midlands increase their salary?

Occupational Therapists in East 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 occupational therapist pay in East Midlands and nationally?

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

Occupational Therapist jobs in East Midlands

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