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Caretaker Salary in South Lanarkshire

How much does a caretaker earn in South Lanarkshire?

Average base salary in South Lanarkshire

£21,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for caretakers near South Lanarkshire

Compare average caretaker pay in South Lanarkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
South East England£22,950 per yearView jobs
South West England£21,600 per yearView jobs
South Yorkshire£21,600 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Somerset£21,375 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£21,375 per yearView jobs
South Shields£21,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in South Lanarkshire

How much does a caretaker earn in South Lanarkshire?

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

South Lanarkshire 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 South Lanarkshire?

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

How can a caretaker in South Lanarkshire increase their salary?

Caretakers in South Lanarkshire 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 South Lanarkshire and nationally?

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

Caretaker jobs in South Lanarkshire

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