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Salary guide · Kirkwall

Houseparent Salary in Kirkwall

How much does a houseparent earn in Kirkwall?

Average base salary in Kirkwall

£27,075 per year

per year in Kirkwall · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£27,075 per year£34,200 per year

Houseparent salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical houseparent pay across the UK. Houseparent pay in Kirkwall is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for houseparents near Kirkwall

Compare average houseparent pay in Kirkwall and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage houseparent salaryJobs
Lambeth£33,630 per yearView jobs
Kingston upon Thames£31,350 per yearView jobs
Kirkwall This location£27,075 per yearView jobs
Kirkcaldy£27,075 per yearView jobs
Kirkintilloch£27,075 per yearView jobs
Knutsford£27,075 per yearView jobs
Lampeter£27,075 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about houseparent pay in Kirkwall

How much does a houseparent earn in Kirkwall?

The average salary for a houseparent in Kirkwall is £27,075 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £34,200 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Kirkwall a well-paid area for houseparents?

Kirkwall tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for houseparents. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire houseparents in Kirkwall?

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

How can a houseparent in Kirkwall increase their salary?

Houseparents in Kirkwall typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between houseparent pay in Kirkwall and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Kirkwall it's £27,075 per year — a discount of £1,425 per year versus the UK average.

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