Self-employed companionship roles

Companion Carer Jobs in Addington

Set your hours, choose clients and earn around £18.80–£20 per hour — companionship work that fits your life

  • Set your own rates, with no agency cut
  • Choose your clients and your hours
  • Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
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Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days

Description

Looking for companionship-focused care work in Addington that fits around your life? PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed companion carers with families across Addington and nearby areas. You’ll spend time chatting, going on local outings, supporting hobbies and helping with light tasks around the home — work built around companionship and reassurance rather than heavy personal care. Right now, 201 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Companionship roles are flexible and ideal for carers who enjoy conversation, company and small practical tasks: reading together, accompanying someone to a café or GP, helping with shopping, or supporting hobbies and local trips. Many of the people who want companionship live in Addington and the surrounding communities such as New Addington, Forestdale, West Wickham, Coney Hall, Selsdon and Eden Park. Croydon borough families also use the platform when they need reliable, friendly carers.

As a PrimeCarers carer you are self-employed. You set your own rates and choose which clients, hours and service area suit you; typical rates for these roles sit around £18.80–£20 per hour depending on experience and travel. PrimeCarers finds clients for you and takes care of contracts, invoicing and payments. While you’re working on a booking, insurance is included.

Requirements to join are straightforward: at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this) and verifiable references. We do not list one specific job here — this page advertises ongoing self-employed opportunities across Addington and nearby towns. Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

If you’re used to agency routines but want more control, PrimeCarers is designed to reduce admin and increase choice. You’ll keep the independence of working for yourself while we handle client matching, paperwork and payments so you can focus on doing what you do best: being present, kind and reliable.

To apply, create a profile, upload a few documents and provide references. Once verified, you can start browsing suitable companionship opportunities that match your hours and travel preferences. Many carers join to build a local roster in Addington and surrounding neighbourhoods, working just the shifts they want.

If companionship and building meaningful connections matter to you, this is a practical way to keep your independence, set fair rates and work with families who value your time. Start your profile today — it’s quick, clear and aimed at experienced carers looking for a better way to work in Addington and Croydon.

What carers earn around Addington

Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates. Typical ranges are based on what carers in the area currently charge.

Hourly care

Based on 1129 carers in the area

£18.80–£20 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 956 carers in the area

£17–£19 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 2117 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

Set your own rates

You’re self-employed and choose how much to charge; many companion carers work within £18.80–£20 per hour.

Flexible hours

Pick shifts and area that suit you — choose clients, times and local travel that fit your routine.

Meaningful companionship

Focus on conversation, outings and hobbies. Build relationships with people who value your company.

Admin and insurance handled

PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoicing and payments. Insurance is provided while you’re working.

How it works

  1. 1

    Create your profile

    Apply in minutes, add experience and references, and request help with an Enhanced DBS if needed.

  2. 2

    Get verified & matched

    We verify documents and references. Profiles typically go live within days and we start matching you to clients.

  3. 3

    Choose and accept bookings

    Review opportunities, accept the clients and hours you want, and let PrimeCarers handle payments and contracts.

Common questions

Companionship care focuses on social contact and light practical support: conversation, outings, hobbies, shopping trips and small domestic tasks. It’s for people who mainly need company and reassurance rather than intensive clinical care.

Yes — PrimeCarers requires at least one year of professional care experience and verifiable references to join. This helps families feel confident when they choose you.

PrimeCarers handles invoicing and payments for bookings and provides insurance while you work on a booking. You remain self-employed and set your own rates.

Yes. Carers choose their own service area and can focus on Addington or include nearby towns. Many carers work across Addington, New Addington, Selsdon and other local neighbourhoods.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

Join the carers already working with families around Addington through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.