Caretaker | Average UK Salary & Outlook

In terms of people already doing this job:

• % of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree
• % of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma
• % of people in this role have a Master's degree

You can apply directly for caretaker job vacancies. You'll need good practical skills, and some employers may ask for GCSEs in English and maths.

Experience in building maintenance, cleaning, plumbing, electrics or gardening will be useful.

You'll need:

• the ability to use your initiative
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• sensitivity and understanding
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• ambition and a desire to succeed
• excellent verbal communication skills
• customer service skills
• to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device