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Caretaker Salary in West Yorkshire

How much does a caretaker earn in West Yorkshire?

Average base salary in West Yorkshire

£21,600 per year

per year in West 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 West Yorkshire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for caretakers near West Yorkshire

Compare average caretaker pay in West Yorkshire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage caretaker salaryJobs
Westminster£26,550 per yearView jobs
West Yorkshire This location£21,600 per yearView jobs
West Midlands£21,600 per yearView jobs
West Midlands (county)£21,600 per yearView jobs
West Sussex£21,375 per yearView jobs
Westbury£21,375 per yearView jobs
Western Isles£21,375 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about caretaker pay in West Yorkshire

How much does a caretaker earn in West Yorkshire?

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

West 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 West Yorkshire?

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

How can a caretaker in West Yorkshire increase their salary?

Caretakers in West 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 West Yorkshire and nationally?

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

Caretaker jobs in West Yorkshire

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