Salary guide · Southampton
How much does an early career teacher (ect) earn in Southampton?
Average base salary in Southampton
£32,160 per year
per year in Southampton · 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 Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.
Compare average early career teacher (ect) pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early career teacher (ect) salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Southend-on-Sea | £50,000 per year | 1 job |
| South Yorkshire | £43,810 per year | 1 job |
| South West England | £43,055 per year | 1 job |
The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Southampton is £32,160 per year, typically ranging from £30,384 per year to £35,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Southampton tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for early career teacher (ect)s. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
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Early Career Teacher (ECT)s in Southampton 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 Southampton it's £32,160 per year — a discount of £1,340 per year versus the UK average.
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