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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Croydon

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

Average base salary in Croydon

£36,850 per year

per year in Croydon · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£34,815 per year£36,850 per year£40,700 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 Croydon is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Croydon This location£36,850 per yearView jobs
Criccieth£31,825 per yearView jobs
Cromer£31,825 per yearView jobs
Crosby£31,825 per yearView jobs
Cumbernauld£31,825 per yearView jobs
Cumbria£31,825 per yearView jobs
Cupar£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Croydon is £36,850 per year, typically ranging from £34,815 per year to £40,700 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Croydon pays early career teacher (ect)s around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD M1–M2.

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

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

Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Croydon typically increase pay by moving up STPCD M1–M2, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

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

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Croydon it's £36,850 per year — a premium of £3,350 per year versus the UK average.

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