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Caretaker Salary in South Shields

How much does a caretaker earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£21,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for caretakers near South Shields

Compare average caretaker pay in South Shields 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
Southampton£21,600 per yearView jobs
South Shields This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
South Ayrshire£21,375 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£21,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Caretaker get paid in South Shields?

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in South Shields

How much does a caretaker earn in South Shields?

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

South Shields 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 Shields?

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

How can a caretaker in South Shields increase their salary?

Caretakers in South Shields 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 Shields and nationally?

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

Caretaker jobs in South Shields

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