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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Cheltenham

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

Average base salary in Cheltenham

£31,825 per year

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

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Cheltenham This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Ceredigion£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chatham£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chelmsford£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chepstow£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chesham£31,825 per yearView jobs
Cheshire£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham a well-paid area for early career teacher (ect)s?

Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham?

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

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

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

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