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Caretaker Salary in Bury St Edmunds

How much does a caretaker earn in Bury St Edmunds?

Average base salary in Bury St Edmunds

£21,375 per year

per year in Bury St Edmunds · NJC SCP 5–10

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£19,000 per year£21,375 per year£24,700 per year

Keeps the school building safe, clean and secure. Often includes early/late opening. Caretaker pay in Bury St Edmunds is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for caretakers near Bury St Edmunds

Compare average caretaker pay in Bury St Edmunds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
Bury St Edmunds This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Burnley£21,375 per yearView jobs
Burton upon Trent£21,375 per yearView jobs
Bury£21,375 per yearView jobs
Buxton£21,375 per yearView jobs
Caerleon£21,375 per yearView jobs
Caernarfon£21,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Caretaker get paid in Bury St Edmunds?

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in Bury St Edmunds

How much does a caretaker earn in Bury St Edmunds?

The average salary for a caretaker in Bury St Edmunds is £21,375 per year, typically ranging from £19,000 per year to £24,700 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Bury St Edmunds a well-paid area for caretakers?

Bury St Edmunds tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for caretakers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire caretakers in Bury St Edmunds?

Live caretaker openings in Bury St Edmunds rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a caretaker in Bury St Edmunds increase their salary?

Caretakers in Bury St Edmunds typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 5–10, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between caretaker pay in Bury St Edmunds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £22,500 per year. In Bury St Edmunds it's £21,375 per year — a discount of £1,125 per year versus the UK average.

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