Salary guide
How much does a caretaker make in the United Kingdom?
Average base salary
£22,500 per year
per year in United Kingdom · NJC SCP 5–10
Keeps the school building safe, clean and secure. Often includes early/late opening.
Where caretakers earn the most across the UK.
Taunton
2 open roles
Bristol
1 open role
Nine Ashes
1 open role
Leicestershire
1 open role
Harrogate
1 open role
Birmingham
1 open role
Greater Manchester
1 open role
Bolton
1 open role
Poole
1 open role
Academy Trustee
Average
£28,500 per year
See academy trustee jobs
Access Arrangements Assessor
Average
£28,500 per year
See access arrangements assessor jobs
Access Arrangements Coordinator
Average
£50,000 per year
See access arrangements coordinator jobs
Accounts Assistant
Average
£28,500 per year
See accounts assistant jobs
Activities Coordinator
Average
£50,000 per year
See activities coordinator jobs
Admin Assistant
Average
£27,500 per year
See admin assistant jobs
The average salary for a caretaker in the United Kingdom is £22,500 per year. Pay typically ranges from £20,000 per year to £26,000 per year depending on experience, phase and location.
Caretakers in Inner London and Outer London typically earn the most, with pay boosted by London weighting. See the "Highest paying cities" section above for a full breakdown.
Caretaker pay is set by NJC SCP 5–10.
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