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Caretaker Salary in County Down

How much does a caretaker earn in County Down?

Average base salary in County Down

£21,150 per year

per year in County Down · NJC SCP 5–10

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,800 per year£21,150 per year£24,440 per year

Keeps the school building safe, clean and secure. Often includes early/late opening. Caretaker pay in County Down is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for caretakers near County Down

Compare average caretaker pay in County Down and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
Cornwall£21,375 per yearView jobs
County Down This location£21,150 per yearView jobs
County Antrim£21,150 per yearView jobs
County Armagh£21,150 per yearView jobs
County Fermanagh£21,150 per yearView jobs
County Londonderry£21,150 per yearView jobs
County Tyrone£21,150 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in County Down

How much does a caretaker earn in County Down?

The average salary for a caretaker in County Down is £21,150 per year, typically ranging from £18,800 per year to £24,440 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is County Down a well-paid area for caretakers?

County Down tends to sit around 6% 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 County Down?

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

How can a caretaker in County Down increase their salary?

Caretakers in County Down 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 County Down and nationally?

Nationally the average is £22,500 per year. In County Down it's £21,150 per year — a discount of £1,350 per year versus the UK average.

Caretaker jobs in County Down

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