Salary guide · Highland
How much does an early career teacher (ect) earn in Highland?
Average base salary in Highland
£31,490 per year
per year in Highland · STPCD M1–M2
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 Highland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average early career teacher (ect) pay in Highland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early career teacher (ect) salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Hillingdon | £36,850 per year | View jobs |
| Hertfordshire | £34,840 per year | View jobs |
| Hexham | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| High Wycombe | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Hinckley | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Hitchin | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Highland This location | £31,490 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Highland is £31,490 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £34,780 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Highland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for early career teacher (ect)s. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live early career teacher (ect) openings in Highland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Highland 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.
Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Highland it's £31,490 per year — a discount of £2,010 per year versus the UK average.
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