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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in 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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£29,751 per year£31,490 per year£34,780 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 Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Northallerton£31,825 per yearView jobs
Northampton£31,825 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£31,825 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£31,825 per yearView jobs
Northwich£31,825 per yearView jobs
Norwich£31,825 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£31,490 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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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