Salary guide · Northern Ireland
How much does an early career teacher (ect) earn in Northern Ireland?
Average base salary in Northern Ireland
£31,490 per year
per year in Northern Ireland · 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 Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average early career teacher (ect) pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early career teacher (ect) salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Northallerton | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Northampton | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Northamptonshire | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Northumberland | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Northwich | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Norwich | £31,825 per year | View jobs |
| Northern Ireland This location | £31,490 per year | View jobs |
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See advanced skills teacher jobs in Northern IrelandThe average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Northern Ireland is £31,490 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £34,780 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for early career teacher (ect)s. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live early career teacher (ect) openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Northern Ireland 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.
Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £31,490 per year — a discount of £2,010 per year versus the UK average.
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