Salary guide · Wales
How much does a caretaker earn in Wales?
Average base salary in Wales
£21,150 per year
per year in Wales · NJC SCP 5–10
Keeps the school building safe, clean and secure. Often includes early/late opening. Caretaker pay in Wales is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average caretaker pay in Wales and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a caretaker in Wales is £21,150 per year, typically ranging from £18,800 per year to £24,440 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Wales tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for caretakers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live caretaker openings in Wales rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Caretakers in Wales 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.
Nationally the average is £22,500 per year. In Wales it's £21,150 per year — a discount of £1,350 per year versus the UK average.
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