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Occupational Therapy Assistant Salary in Sheffield

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Sheffield?

Average base salary in Sheffield

£27,075 per year

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

Highest paying cities for occupational therapy assistants near Sheffield

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

CityAverage occupational therapy assistant salaryJobs
Manchester£27,930 per yearView jobs
Leeds£27,360 per yearView jobs
Sheffield This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Rotherham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Barnsley£27,075 per yearView jobs
Chesterfield£27,075 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about occupational therapy assistant pay in Sheffield

How much does an occupational therapy assistant earn in Sheffield?

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

Sheffield 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 Sheffield?

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

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

Occupational Therapy Assistants in Sheffield 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 Sheffield and nationally?

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

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