Salary guide · Edinburgh
How much does a caretaker earn in Edinburgh?
Average base salary in Edinburgh
£22,275 per year
per year in Edinburgh · NJC SCP 5–10
Keeps the school building safe, clean and secure. Often includes early/late opening. Caretaker pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.
Compare average caretaker pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.
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£28,215 per year
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£49,500 per year
See access arrangements coordinator jobs in EdinburghThe average salary for a caretaker in Edinburgh is £22,275 per year, typically ranging from £19,800 per year to £25,740 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for caretakers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live caretaker openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Caretakers in Edinburgh 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.
Nationally the average is £22,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £22,275 per year — a discount of £225 per year versus the UK average.
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