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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Dunfermline

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

Average base salary in Dunfermline

£31,825 per year

per year in Dunfermline · STPCD M1–M2

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£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 Dunfermline is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Dunfermline This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Dumfries and Galloway£31,825 per yearView jobs
Dundonald£31,825 per yearView jobs
Dungannon£31,825 per yearView jobs
Dungiven£31,825 per yearView jobs
Dunoon£31,825 per yearView jobs
Dundee£31,490 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

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

Dunfermline 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 Dunfermline?

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

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

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

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