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Salary guide · West Lothian

Caretaker Salary in West Lothian

How much does a caretaker earn in West Lothian?

Average base salary in West Lothian

£21,375 per year

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

Highest paying cities for caretakers near West Lothian

Compare average caretaker pay in West Lothian and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
West Midlands£21,600 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£21,600 per yearView jobs
West Lothian This location£21,375 per yearView jobs
Welwyn Garden City£21,375 per yearView jobs
West Bromwich£21,375 per yearView jobs
West Dunbartonshire£21,375 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£21,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Caretaker get paid in West Lothian?

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in West Lothian

How much does a caretaker earn in West Lothian?

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

West Lothian 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 West Lothian?

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

How can a caretaker in West Lothian increase their salary?

Caretakers in West Lothian 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 West Lothian and nationally?

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

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