Health professionals n.e.c. Salary
Median salary £38,033 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
About this role
Health professionals not elsewhere classified work in specialist health roles that don't fall under other specific SOC codes. This includes audiologists, orthoptists, speech and language therapists, dietitians, prosthetists and other allied health professionals.
Key responsibilities
- Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients within their specialism
- Developing and implementing treatment or management plans
- Working as part of multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Maintaining clinical records and contributing to clinical governance
- Providing patient education and self-management support
Qualifications and entry routes
Requires an approved degree in the relevant profession and registration with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council). Specialist roles require additional postgraduate training.
Career outlook
Most allied health professions face workforce shortages. Growing demand driven by ageing population, long-term condition management and rehabilitation needs.
Key skills
Common industries
- NHS
- Private healthcare
- Community health
- Schools and education
- Rehabilitation services
Data coverage
Median Salary
£38,033
Mean Salary
£39,315
Jobs (000s)
91k
Data Years
11 years
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£20,940
0-2 years
Mid Level
£30,107
3-7 years
Senior
£47,056
8-15 years
Potential career growth: +125% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 20.4%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
All Employees
£38,033
Full-time Only
£42,079
Full-time premium: +£4,046
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