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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Kent

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

Average base salary in Kent

£31,825 per year

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

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Kensington and Chelsea£39,530 per yearView jobs
Kent This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Kelso£31,825 per yearView jobs
Kendal£31,825 per yearView jobs
Keswick£31,825 per yearView jobs
Kettering£31,825 per yearView jobs
Kidderminster£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

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

Kent 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 Kent?

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

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

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

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