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Caretaker Salary in Suffolk

How much does a caretaker earn in Suffolk?

Average base salary in Suffolk

£21,375 per year

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

Caretaker job openings in Suffolk

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Highest paying cities for caretakers near Suffolk

Compare average caretaker pay in Suffolk and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
Sutton£24,750 per yearView jobs
Surrey£23,400 per yearView jobs
Suffolk This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Stratford-upon-Avon£21,375 per yearView jobs
Stroud£21,375 per yearView jobs
Sudbury£21,375 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£21,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in Suffolk

How much does a caretaker earn in Suffolk?

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

Suffolk 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 Suffolk?

There are currently 1 live caretaker opening in Suffolk on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a caretaker in Suffolk increase their salary?

Caretakers in Suffolk 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 Suffolk and nationally?

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

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