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Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Leeds

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£27,360 per year

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

Highest paying cities for occupational therapy assistants near Leeds

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

CityAverage occupational therapy assistant salaryJobs
Manchester£27,930 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£27,360 per yearView jobs
York£27,360 per yearView jobs
Bradford£27,075 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£26,790 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapy assistant pay in Leeds

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Leeds?

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

Leeds tends to sit around 4% 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 Leeds?

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

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

Occupational Therapy Assistants in Leeds 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 Leeds and nationally?

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

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