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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Stafford

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

Average base salary in Stafford

£31,825 per year

per year in Stafford · 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 Stafford is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Stafford This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
St Helens£31,825 per yearView jobs
St Ives£31,825 per yearView jobs
St Neots£31,825 per yearView jobs
Staffordshire£31,825 per yearView jobs
Staines-upon-Thames£31,825 per yearView jobs
Stamford£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

The average salary for an early career teacher (ect) in Stafford 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 Stafford a well-paid area for early career teacher (ect)s?

Stafford 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 Stafford?

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

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

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

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