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Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Merseyside

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Merseyside?

Average base salary in Merseyside

£27,075 per year

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

Highest paying cities for occupational therapy assistants near Merseyside

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

CityAverage occupational therapy assistant salaryJobs
Merton£31,350 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Melksham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Melrose£27,075 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£27,075 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£27,075 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapy assistant pay in Merseyside

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Merseyside?

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

Merseyside 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 Merseyside?

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

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

Occupational Therapy Assistants in Merseyside 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 Merseyside and nationally?

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

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