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Caretaker Salary in Merseyside

How much does a caretaker earn in Merseyside?

Average base salary in Merseyside

£21,375 per year

per year in Merseyside · 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 Merseyside is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for caretakers near Merseyside

Compare average caretaker pay in Merseyside and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
Merton£24,750 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Melksham£21,375 per yearView jobs
Melrose£21,375 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£21,375 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£21,375 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£21,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Caretaker get paid in Merseyside?

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in Merseyside

How much does a caretaker earn in Merseyside?

The average salary for a caretaker in Merseyside 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 Merseyside a well-paid area for caretakers?

Merseyside 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 Merseyside?

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

How can a caretaker in Merseyside increase their salary?

Caretakers in Merseyside 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 Merseyside and nationally?

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

Caretaker jobs in Merseyside

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