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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Leicestershire

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

Average base salary in Leicestershire

£32,160 per year

per year in Leicestershire · 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 Leicestershire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Leicestershire 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 Leicestershire?

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

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

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

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