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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Birkenhead

How much does an early career teacher (ect) earn in Birkenhead?

Average base salary in Birkenhead

£31,825 per year

per year in Birkenhead · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,068 per year£31,825 per year£35,150 per year

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 Birkenhead is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early career teacher (ect)s near Birkenhead

Compare average early career teacher (ect) pay in Birkenhead and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Bexley£36,850 per yearView jobs
Birmingham£32,830 per yearView jobs
Birkenhead This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Bicester£31,825 per yearView jobs
Billericay£31,825 per yearView jobs
Bishop Auckland£31,825 per yearView jobs
Bishop's Stortford£31,825 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Early Career Teacher (ECT) get paid in Birkenhead?

Frequently asked questions about early career teacher (ect) pay in Birkenhead

How much does an early career teacher (ect) earn in Birkenhead?

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Birkenhead is £31,825 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £35,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Birkenhead a well-paid area for early career teacher (ect)s?

Birkenhead 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.

Which schools and agencies hire early career teacher (ect)s in Birkenhead?

Live early career teacher (ect) openings in Birkenhead rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an early career teacher (ect) in Birkenhead increase their salary?

Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Birkenhead 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.

What's the difference between early career teacher (ect) pay in Birkenhead and nationally?

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Birkenhead it's £31,825 per year — a discount of £1,675 per year versus the UK average.

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