Weekend Carer Jobs in Ashby Woulds

Looking for short-term or weekend respite work in Ashby Woulds? PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers directly with families who need cover — from a few hours to a few days. You pick the clients, the hours and the area you’re willing to travel, while PrimeCarers finds the work and handles contracts, invoicing and payments. Insurance is included while you work.

Right now, 10 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite care placements include sitting with someone at home while a family member rests, providing overnight support for a few nights, or stepping in for a weekend to cover hospital visits, breaks or short holidays. This work suits carers who value variety, enjoy short-term support roles and want to keep a flexible diary around family life or other commitments. Many carers who move from agency work tell us they value the autonomy and clearer client relationships in Ashby Woulds and nearby areas like Swadlincote, Ashby de la Zouch, Burton upon Trent, Coalville, Melbourne and Willington.

Pay and flexibility
As a self-employed carer you set your own rates and decide which jobs to accept. Typical roles on the platform pay £18.50–£20 per hour; some shifts match our typical hourly range of £18.50–£20 per hour and longer live-in day cover is commonly within £145–£160 per day. You stay in control of how you work and when.

What PrimeCarers handles

• We find clients and list suitable short-term or weekend bookings in Ashby Woulds and Leicestershire.
• We manage contracts, invoicing and secure payments so you don’t chase families for fees.
• Insurance is included while you’re working on bookings booked through the platform.

Who we’re looking for

• At least 1 year of professional care experience.
• An Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this if needed).
• The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

Applying takes minutes — create a profile, add your experience and references, and we’ll verify you. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and then you can start choosing the respite work that fits your life in Ashby Woulds and across Leicestershire.