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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Leicester

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

Average base salary in Leicester

£32,160 per year

per year in Leicester · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,384 per year£32,160 per year£35,520 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 Leicester is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Leicester This location£32,160 per yearView jobs
Leeds£32,160 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£32,160 per yearView jobs
Ledbury£31,825 per yearView jobs
Leek£31,825 per yearView jobs
Leigh£31,825 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Leicester is £32,160 per year, typically ranging from £30,384 per year to £35,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Leicester tends to sit around 4% 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 Leicester?

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

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

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Leicester it's £32,160 per year — a discount of £1,340 per year versus the UK average.

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