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School Caretaker Salary in East Lothian

How much does a school caretaker earn in East Lothian?

Average base salary in East Lothian

£26,125 per year

per year in East Lothian · NJC support staff scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,900 per year£26,125 per year£33,250 per year

School Caretaker pay is typically set on school support-staff scales and varies by responsibility, contract type and location. School Caretaker pay in East Lothian is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school caretakers near East Lothian

Compare average school caretaker pay in East Lothian and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school caretaker salaryJobs
East of England£28,050 per yearView jobs
East Midlands£26,400 per yearView jobs
East Lothian This location£26,125 per yearView jobs
East Dunbartonshire£26,125 per yearView jobs
East Grinstead£26,125 per yearView jobs
East Kilbride£26,125 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£26,125 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about school caretaker pay in East Lothian

How much does a school caretaker earn in East Lothian?

The average salary for a school caretaker in East Lothian is £26,125 per year, typically ranging from £20,900 per year to £33,250 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is East Lothian a well-paid area for school caretakers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire school caretakers in East Lothian?

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

How can a school caretaker in East Lothian increase their salary?

School Caretakers in East Lothian typically increase pay by moving up NJC support staff 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 school caretaker pay in East Lothian and nationally?

Nationally the average is £27,500 per year. In East Lothian it's £26,125 per year — a discount of £1,375 per year versus the UK average.

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