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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Somerset

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

Average base salary in Somerset

£31,825 per year

per year in Somerset · STPCD M1–M2

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£30,068 per year£31,825 per year£35,150 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 Somerset is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Slough£34,840 per yearView jobs
South East England£34,170 per yearView jobs
Somerset This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Sleaford£31,825 per yearView jobs
Solihull£31,825 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£31,825 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Somerset is £31,825 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £35,150 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Somerset tends to sit around 5% 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 Somerset?

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

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

Nationally the average is £33,500 per year. In Somerset it's £31,825 per year — a discount of £1,675 per year versus the UK average.

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