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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Greater London

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

Average base salary in Greater London

£38,525 per year

per year in Greater London · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£36,398 per year£38,525 per year£42,550 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 Greater London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Greater London This location£38,525 per yearView jobs
Greenwich£36,850 per yearView jobs
Greater Manchester£33,165 per yearView jobs
Gravesend£31,825 per yearView jobs
Grays£31,825 per yearView jobs
Great Yarmouth£31,825 per yearView jobs
Greenock£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Greater London is £38,525 per year, typically ranging from £36,398 per year to £42,550 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Greater London pays early career teacher (ect)s around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD M1–M2.

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

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

Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Greater London 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 Greater London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Greater London it's £38,525 per year — a premium of £5,025 per year versus the UK average.

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