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Caretaker Salary in South Yorkshire

How much does a caretaker earn in South Yorkshire?

Average base salary in South Yorkshire

£21,600 per year

per year in South Yorkshire · NJC SCP 5–10

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£19,200 per year£21,600 per year£24,960 per year

Keeps the school building safe, clean and secure. Often includes early/late opening. Caretaker pay in South Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for caretakers near South Yorkshire

Compare average caretaker pay in South Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
South Yorkshire This location£21,600 per yearView jobs
South West England£21,600 per yearView jobs
Southampton£21,600 per yearView jobs
South Lanarkshire£21,375 per yearView jobs
South Shields£21,375 per yearView jobs
Southend-on-Sea£21,375 per yearView jobs
Southport£21,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in South Yorkshire

How much does a caretaker earn in South Yorkshire?

The average salary for a caretaker in South Yorkshire is £21,600 per year, typically ranging from £19,200 per year to £24,960 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is South Yorkshire a well-paid area for caretakers?

South Yorkshire tends to sit around 4% 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 Yorkshire?

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

How can a caretaker in South Yorkshire increase their salary?

Caretakers in South Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £22,500 per year. In South Yorkshire it's £21,600 per year — a discount of £900 per year versus the UK average.

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