House Caretaker jobs in Manchester typically pay £13–£20 an hour (about £2,250–£3,450 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of full-time or on-call. Employers ask for property care or maintenance experience and right-to-work checks. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Manchester.
- Typical pay
- £13–£20
- per hour
- Full-time monthly
- £2,250–£3,450
- about 40 hours a week
- Live-in
- Common
- accommodation provided
- Schedule
- Full-time or on-call
- Open now
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Open house caretaker positions in Manchester
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Register as a House CaretakerAbout house caretaker jobs in Manchester
A house caretaker looks after a house and its systems, especially while the owners are away, and arranges repairs. In Manchester, these roles are offered by private households across Greater Manchester, from busy professional couples to large multi-generation homes.
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
- Inspect the property and report problems
- Arrange and supervise repairs
- Keep the house aired, clean and secure
- Look after pools, gardens and utilities
- Prepare the house before the family returns
House Caretaker pay in Manchester
Household incomes in Manchester are shaped by an average local salary of around £36,000, which is why house caretaker 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 house caretaker
- 8:00Staff briefing
- 10:00Suppliers & budget
- 12:00Service standards check
- 15:00Events & guests
- 18:00Daily report to family
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 maintenance experience
- Basic handyman skills
- Trustworthiness and references
- Driving licence is often useful
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 house caretaker 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 house caretaker 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 house caretaker earn in Manchester?
House Caretaker jobs in Manchester typically pay £13–£20 an hour (about £2,250–£3,450 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.
Are there live-in house caretaker jobs in Manchester?
Live-in positions are common. Live-in house caretaker 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 house caretaker in UK?
Employers ask for property care or maintenance experience, basic handyman skills and right-to-work checks. You must also have the right to work in United Kingdom.
What does a house caretaker do day to day?
A house caretaker looks after a house and its systems, especially while the owners are away, and arranges repairs. Typical duties include inspect the property and report problems, arrange and supervise repairs, keep the house aired, clean and secure.
How do I apply for house caretaker 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 house caretaker work?
A typical schedule is full-time or on-call. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.