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Caretaker Salary in Dumfries and Galloway

How much does a caretaker earn in Dumfries and Galloway?

Average base salary in Dumfries and Galloway

£21,375 per year

per year in Dumfries and Galloway · 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 Dumfries and Galloway is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for caretakers near Dumfries and Galloway

Compare average caretaker pay in Dumfries and Galloway and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
Dumfries and Galloway This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Dudley£21,375 per yearView jobs
Dumbarton£21,375 per yearView jobs
Dumfries£21,375 per yearView jobs
Dundonald£21,375 per yearView jobs
Dunfermline£21,375 per yearView jobs
Dundee£21,150 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Caretaker get paid in Dumfries and Galloway?

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in Dumfries and Galloway

How much does a caretaker earn in Dumfries and Galloway?

The average salary for a caretaker in Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway a well-paid area for caretakers?

Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway?

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

How can a caretaker in Dumfries and Galloway increase their salary?

Caretakers in Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway and nationally?

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

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