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Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Birkenhead

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Birkenhead?

Average base salary in Birkenhead

£27,075 per year

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

Highest paying cities for occupational therapy assistants near Birkenhead

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

CityAverage occupational therapy assistant salaryJobs
Bexley£31,350 per yearView jobs
Birmingham£27,930 per yearView jobs
Birkenhead This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Bicester£27,075 per yearView jobs
Billericay£27,075 per yearView jobs
Bishop Auckland£27,075 per yearView jobs
Bishop's Stortford£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapy assistant pay in Birkenhead

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Birkenhead?

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

Birkenhead tends to sit around 5% 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 Birkenhead?

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

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

Occupational Therapy Assistants in Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead and nationally?

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

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