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Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Belfast

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Belfast?

Average base salary in Belfast

£26,790 per year

per year in Belfast · 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 Therapy Assistant salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical occupational therapy assistant pay across the UK. Occupational Therapy Assistant pay in Belfast is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapy assistants near Belfast

Compare average occupational therapy assistant pay in Belfast and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage occupational therapy assistant salaryJobs
Lisburn£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newtownabbey£27,075 per yearView jobs
Bangor (NI)£27,075 per yearView jobs
Antrim£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newry£27,075 per yearView jobs
Belfast This location£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Occupational Therapy Assistant get paid in Belfast?

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapy assistant pay in Belfast

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Belfast?

The average salary for an occupational therapy assistant in Belfast 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 Belfast a well-paid area for occupational therapy assistants?

Belfast tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for occupational therapy assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire occupational therapy assistants in Belfast?

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

How can an occupational therapy assistant in Belfast increase their salary?

Occupational Therapy Assistants in Belfast 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 therapy assistant pay in Belfast and nationally?

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

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