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Occupational Therapist Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£26,790 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · 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 Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapists near Northern Ireland

Compare average occupational therapist pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage occupational therapist salaryJobs
Northallerton£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northampton£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northwich£27,075 per yearView jobs
Norwich£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£26,790 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapist pay in Northern Ireland

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Northern Ireland?

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

Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland?

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

How can an occupational therapist in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Occupational Therapists in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland and nationally?

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

Occupational Therapist jobs in Northern Ireland

Live occupational therapist vacancies in Northern Ireland from schools, trusts and agencies.

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