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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Gateshead

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

Average base salary in Gateshead

£31,825 per year

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

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Glasgow£33,165 per yearView jobs
Gateshead This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Frome£31,825 per yearView jobs
Gainsborough£31,825 per yearView jobs
Galashiels£31,825 per yearView jobs
Gillingham£31,825 per yearView jobs
Girvan£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

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

Gateshead 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 Gateshead?

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

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

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

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