Caretaker Couple jobs in Manchester typically pay £26–£36 an hour (about £4,500–£6,250 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of live-in, on site. Employers ask for property care or estate experience and right-to-work checks. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Manchester.
- Typical pay
- £26–£36
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- £4,500–£6,250
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- Live-in
- on site
- Open now
- 0
- register to be matched
Open caretaker couple positions in Manchester
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Register as a Caretaker CoupleAbout caretaker couple jobs in Manchester
Caretaker Couple jobs in Manchester are household positions: a caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Families hiring in Manchester range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Greater Manchester.
Manchester is known for digital media, technology, healthcare, and professional services, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as BBC MediaCity, the NHS, Barclays Technology, Booking.com, and AutoTrader. Manchester is the UK's largest tech hub outside London, with MediaCity anchoring a national broadcasting cluster.
Main duties
- Maintain and secure the property
- Look after gardens, pools and outbuildings
- Clean and prepare the house for visits
- Supervise contractors
- Receive guests and deliveries
Caretaker Couple pay in Manchester
Household incomes in Manchester are shaped by an average local salary of around £36,000, which is why caretaker couple pay here sits close to the UK average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.
Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.
A day as a caretaker couple
- 7:00Breakfast & household start
- 9:30Cleaning & maintenance
- 12:30Lunch
- 15:00Garden, errands, laundry
- 18:30Dinner & lock-up
Why work in Manchester?
The local job market is growing at 4.0% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Manchester.
Manchester is often described as “The UK's Northern Tech and Media Powerhouse”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.
Requirements
What families ask for
- Property care or estate experience
- Practical maintenance skills
- References
- Right to work for both partners
Working in United Kingdom
- Right to work in United Kingdom: Workers need the right to work in the UK; employers must check documents before employment starts.
- Checks: employers usually ask for right-to-work checks, references and a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check — an enhanced DBS check for roles with children or vulnerable adults.
- Minimum pay: wages must meet the National Living Wage or National Minimum Wage.
- Contract: Employees must receive a written statement of employment particulars from their first day of work.
Live-in or live-out?
Live-in caretaker couple roles in Manchester normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.
How to get hired
- Register
Create your profile with your caretaker couple experience, availability and references.
- Verification
Complete UK right-to-work and background checks.
- Interview & trial
Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.
- Contract & start
Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a caretaker couple earn in Manchester?
Caretaker Couple jobs in Manchester typically pay £26–£36 an hour (about £4,500–£6,250 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in caretaker couple jobs in Manchester?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in caretaker couple roles in Manchester normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.
What do I need to work as a caretaker couple in UK?
Employers ask for property care or estate experience, practical maintenance skills and right-to-work checks. You must also have the right to work in United Kingdom.
What does a caretaker couple do day to day?
A caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Typical duties include maintain and secure the property, look after gardens, pools and outbuildings, clean and prepare the house for visits.
How do I apply for caretaker couple jobs in Manchester on AvailJob?
Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Manchester hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.
What hours does a caretaker couple work?
A typical schedule is live-in, on site. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.