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Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Scotland

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£26,790 per year

per year in Scotland · 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 Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for occupational therapy assistants near Scotland

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

CityAverage occupational therapy assistant salaryJobs
Sandbach£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sandown£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£27,075 per yearView jobs
Seaford£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£26,790 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£26,790 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapy assistant pay in Scotland

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Scotland?

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

Scotland 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 Scotland?

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

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

Occupational Therapy Assistants in Scotland 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 Scotland and nationally?

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

Occupational Therapy Assistant jobs in Scotland

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