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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Manchester

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

Average base salary in Manchester

£32,830 per year

per year in Manchester · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£31,017 per year£32,830 per year£36,260 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 Manchester is adjusted by 0.98× versus the UK average.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Manchester This location£32,830 per yearView jobs
Leeds£32,160 per yearView jobs
Liverpool£31,825 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£31,825 per yearView jobs
Stockport£31,825 per yearView jobs
Bolton£31,825 per yearView jobs
Salford£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Manchester is £32,830 per year, typically ranging from £31,017 per year to £36,260 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Manchester tends to sit around 2% 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 Manchester?

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

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

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Manchester it's £32,830 per year — a discount of £670 per year versus the UK average.

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