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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Lerwick

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

Average base salary in Lerwick

£31,825 per year

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

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Lewisham£39,530 per yearView jobs
Leicester£32,160 per yearView jobs
Leicestershire£32,160 per yearView jobs
Lerwick This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Leigh£31,825 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£31,825 per yearView jobs
Lewes£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

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

Lerwick 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 Lerwick?

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

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

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

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