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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Chesterfield

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

Average base salary in Chesterfield

£31,825 per year

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

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Chesterfield This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chesham£31,825 per yearView jobs
Cheshire£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chester£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chichester£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chippenham£31,825 per yearView jobs
Chipping Norton£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield?

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

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

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

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