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Caretaker Salary in Shetland Islands

How much does a caretaker earn in Shetland Islands?

Average base salary in Shetland Islands

£21,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for caretakers near Shetland Islands

Compare average caretaker pay in Shetland Islands and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
Shetland Islands This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Shaftesbury£21,375 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£21,375 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£21,375 per yearView jobs
Shipley£21,375 per yearView jobs
Shrewsbury£21,375 per yearView jobs
Shropshire£21,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Caretaker get paid in Shetland Islands?

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in Shetland Islands

How much does a caretaker earn in Shetland Islands?

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

Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands?

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

How can a caretaker in Shetland Islands increase their salary?

Caretakers in Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands and nationally?

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

Caretaker jobs in Shetland Islands

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