Caretakers

£23,464

Average salary

Average annual salary UK 2020 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

40 hours

Average weekly hours

Average weekly hours UK 2019 | Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings

1.48%

Unemployment rate

Unemployment rate UK 2020 | Labour Force Survey

Definition: Caretakers

*SOC Code (Standard Occupational Classification): 6232

Caretakers supervise and undertake the care and maintenance of church, school, office and other buildings, their facilities, fixtures and contents.

Common tasks include:

locks and unlocks doors and entrances at appropriate times;
supervises and/or undertakes the cleaning and maintenance of premises;
controls heating, lighting and security systems;
undertakes minor repairs and notifies owner of need for major repairs;
checks fire and safety equipment for adequate functioning.

Qualifications

No academic qualifications are required. Previous relevant experience may be needed, and training is provided in some areas. Background checks will be required for those whose job brings them into contact with children or vulnerable adults.

*Introduced in 1990, SOC is a multi-purpose common classification of occupations in UK. Jobs are defined in terms of skill level and skill content, including qualifications, training and work experience.

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Alternative & related job titles: Caretakers

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