Salary guide · Kirkwall
How much does an early career teacher (ect) earn in Kirkwall?
Average base salary in Kirkwall
£31,825 per year
per year in Kirkwall · 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 Kirkwall is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average early career teacher (ect) pay in Kirkwall and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early career teacher (ect) salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Lambeth | £39,530 per year | View jobs |
| Kingston upon Thames | £36,850 per year | View jobs |
| Kirkwall This location | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Kirkcaldy | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Kirkintilloch | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Knutsford | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Lampeter | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Kirkwall is £31,825 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £35,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Kirkwall 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.
Live early career teacher (ect) openings in Kirkwall rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Kirkwall 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 Kirkwall it's £31,825 per year — a discount of £1,675 per year versus the UK average.
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