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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Birmingham

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

Average base salary in Birmingham

£32,830 per year

per year in Birmingham · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£31,017 per year£32,830 per year£36,260 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 Birmingham is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Birmingham This location£32,830 per yearView jobs
Leicester£32,160 per yearView jobs
Nottingham£32,160 per yearView jobs
Wolverhampton£31,825 per yearView jobs
Coventry£31,825 per yearView jobs
Walsall£31,825 per yearView jobs
Solihull£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Birmingham is £32,830 per year, typically ranging from £31,017 per year to £36,260 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Birmingham tends to sit around 2% 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 Birmingham?

Live early career teacher (ect) openings in Birmingham 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 Birmingham increase their salary?

Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Birmingham 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 Birmingham and nationally?

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Birmingham it's £32,830 per year — a discount of £670 per year versus the UK average.

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