Plasterers Salary
Median salary £33,789 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £34,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For plasterers, £34,016 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -13% versus the national average.
About this role
Printers produce printed materials using digital, lithographic, flexographic and screen printing processes. They set up and operate printing machinery, manage colour, monitor quality and maintain equipment across commercial and specialist printing environments.
Key responsibilities
- Setting up and operating printing presses and digital printers
- Managing colour consistency and print quality
- Preparing print plates, screens or digital files
- Monitoring production runs and resolving quality issues
- Maintaining printing equipment and managing consumables
Qualifications and entry routes
Typically enters through apprenticeship or on-the-job training. NVQ Level 2/3 in Print or Machine Printing. BPIF (British Printing Industries Federation) provides industry standards.
Career outlook
Traditional print volumes are declining but packaging, label and specialist printing remain strong. Digital print technology skills are increasingly important.
Key skills
Common industries
- Commercial printing
- Packaging printing
- Newspaper and magazine production
- Label printing
- Digital print services
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£27,623
0-2 years
Mid Level
£27,623
3-7 years
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£227
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).