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Early Career Teacher (ECT) Salary in Thurso

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

Average base salary in Thurso

£31,825 per year

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

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

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

CityAverage early career teacher (ect) salaryJobs
Thurso This location£31,825 per yearView jobs
Thetford£31,825 per yearView jobs
Thirsk£31,825 per yearView jobs
Thornbury£31,825 per yearView jobs
Tiverton£31,825 per yearView jobs
Todmorden£31,825 per yearView jobs
Tonbridge£31,825 per yearView jobs

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

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

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

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

Thurso 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 Thurso?

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

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

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

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