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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in London

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

Average base salary in London

£38,525 per year

per year in London · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£36,398 per year£38,525 per year£42,550 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 London is adjusted by 1.15× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Inner London£39,530 per yearView jobs
City of London£39,530 per yearView jobs
Westminster£39,530 per yearView jobs
Camden£39,530 per yearView jobs
London This location£38,525 per yearView jobs
Outer London£36,850 per yearView jobs
London Fringe£35,175 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in London is £38,525 per year, typically ranging from £36,398 per year to £42,550 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

London pays early career teacher (ect)s around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD M1–M2.

Which schools and agencies hire early career teacher (ect)s in London?

There are currently 2 live early career teacher (ect) openings in London on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can an early career teacher (ect) in London increase their salary?

Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in London typically increase pay by moving up STPCD M1–M2, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between early career teacher (ect) pay in London and nationally?

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In London it's £38,525 per year — a premium of £5,025 per year versus the UK average.

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