Salary guide · 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
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.
Compare average early career teacher (ect) pay in London and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early career teacher (ect) salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Inner London | £39,530 per year | View jobs |
| City of London | £39,530 per year | View jobs |
| Westminster | £39,530 per year | View jobs |
| Camden | £39,530 per year | View jobs |
| London This location | £38,525 per year | View jobs |
| Outer London | £36,850 per year | View jobs |
| London Fringe | £35,175 per year | View jobs |
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.
London pays early career teacher (ect)s around 15% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD M1–M2.
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.
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.
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.
Live early career teacher (ect) vacancies in London from schools, trusts and agencies.
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