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Occupational Therapist Salary in Sunderland

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Sunderland?

Average base salary in Sunderland

£27,075 per year

per year in Sunderland · 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 Sunderland is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapists near Sunderland

Compare average occupational therapist pay in Sunderland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage occupational therapist salaryJobs
Sutton£31,350 per yearView jobs
Surrey£29,640 per yearView jobs
Sunderland This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Stroud£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sudbury£27,075 per yearView jobs
Suffolk£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sutton Coldfield£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapist pay in Sunderland

How much does an occupational therapist earn in Sunderland?

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

Sunderland 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 Sunderland?

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

How can an occupational therapist in Sunderland increase their salary?

Occupational Therapists in Sunderland 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 Sunderland and nationally?

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

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