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Occupational Therapist Salary in Southampton

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£27,360 per year

per year in Southampton · 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 Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapists near Southampton

Compare average occupational therapist pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage occupational therapist salaryJobs
Southwark£33,630 per yearView jobs
Southampton This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
South West England£27,360 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£27,360 per yearView jobs
South Shields£27,075 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£27,075 per yearView jobs
Southport£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapist pay in Southampton

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Southampton?

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

Southampton 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 Southampton?

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

How can an occupational therapist in Southampton increase their salary?

Occupational Therapists in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

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

Occupational Therapist jobs in Southampton

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