Salary guide · Ballymena
How much does an early career teacher (ect) earn in Ballymena?
Average base salary in Ballymena
£31,825 per year
per year in Ballymena · STPCD M1–M2
Newly qualified teacher in years 1–2 of the ECF induction. Starts at M1 on the STPCD Main Pay Range. Early Career Teacher (ECT) pay in Ballymena is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average early career teacher (ect) pay in Ballymena and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early career teacher (ect) salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Ballymena This location | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Bala | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Ballycastle | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Ballyclare | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Ballymoney | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Ballynahinch | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Banbridge | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Ballymena is £31,825 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £35,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Ballymena tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for early career teacher (ect)s. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live early career teacher (ect) openings in Ballymena rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Ballymena typically increase pay by moving up STPCD M1–M2, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.
Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Ballymena it's £31,825 per year — a discount of £1,675 per year versus the UK average.
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