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Caretaker Salary in United Kingdom

How much does a caretaker earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£21,375 per year

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

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Highest paying cities for caretakers near United Kingdom

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CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£21,375 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£21,375 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£21,375 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£21,375 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£21,375 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£21,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in United Kingdom

How much does a caretaker earn in United Kingdom?

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

United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

There are currently 2 live caretaker openings in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom increase their salary?

Caretakers in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

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

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