Self-employed respite care
Respite Carer Jobs in Arundel
Short-term and weekend care across Arundel — set your own rates from £18.80–£25 per hour
- Set your own rates — no agency cut
- Choose your clients and your hours
- Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days
Description
Looking for flexible respite work in Arundel and the surrounding parts of West Sussex? As a self‑employed carer on PrimeCarers you can provide short-term or weekend cover — from a few hours to a few days — giving family carers a real break while keeping control of your time and rates. Right now, 10 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.
Respite work here commonly includes companionship, help with personal care, medication prompts, mobility support and light household tasks while family carers have time away. Shifts vary: evening respite, weekend cover, day stays and occasional overnight support. You decide which of these you offer and which clients you accept across Arundel and nearby towns such as Littlehampton, Woodgate, Lodge Hill, Bognor Regis, Worthing and Petworth.
This kind of work suits experienced carers who want more control than agency life allows. If you value variety, short bookings and the chance to build repeat relationships with families in Arundel, you’ll find this rewarding. You set your own rates within the market range — typically £18.80–£25 per hour — and choose the hours and service area that fit you.
PrimeCarers finds clients, handles contracts, invoicing and payments for you, and includes insurance cover while you work. You remain self‑employed: that means flexibility to take bookings around family life or other work, and to grow a small private client list across West Sussex.
What we ask of you
- At least one year of professional care experience.
- An Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one if needed).
- The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
- Reliable communication and a kind, professional approach to respite support.
Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload references and your DBS, and once we verify your documents your profile typically goes live within days. From there PrimeCarers will match you with families seeking short-term and weekend respite in Arundel and the surrounding area. You choose which introductions to accept and negotiate directly with families on timing and any special needs.
If you’re ready to move away from rigid rotas and want respectful, manageable respite work in Arundel, join PrimeCarers and keep care at the centre of what you do while running your own hours and rates.
What carers earn around Arundel
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 46 carers in the area
£18.80–£25 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 31 carers in the area
£17–£19.89 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 2002 carers in the area
£145–£160 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
Set your own rates
You’re self‑employed and set the pay for your care. Typical market guidance is £18.80–£25 per hour.
Flexible hours
Choose the clients, shifts and locations that suit you — day, weekend or short overnight stays.
Meaningful respite work
Help family carers get a break while building trusted relationships with households in Arundel.
Admin support and insurance
PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Apply in minutes: add experience, references and DBS (we can help arrange an Enhanced DBS if needed).
- 2
Verify and go live
We verify your documents; profiles typically go live within days so families in Arundel can find you.
- 3
Accept bookings and get paid
Choose the respite bookings you want. PrimeCarers handles client introductions, contracts and payments.
Frequently asked questions
You set your own hourly rate as a self‑employed carer. Typical guidance for this kind of respite work is £18.80–£25 per hour for hourly care, and £145–£160 per day for live‑in day rates. Families will see your chosen rate when you accept introductions.
Yes. When you work through PrimeCarers we include insurance cover for the period you’re providing care. PrimeCarers also handles contracts and payments to reduce your admin burden.
You’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can assist with arranging this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. We check documents quickly so profiles can go live within days.
No. You choose your service area. Many carers cover Arundel and nearby towns. You can accept work only in locations that suit you.
Demand varies, but PrimeCarers introduces carers to families in Arundel and the wider West Sussex area. Applying takes minutes and, once verified, your profile usually appears for families searching that week.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Arundel through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
