Self-employed carers wanted
Companionship Carer Jobs in Aspatria
Set your own rates — typical pay is £15–£25 per hour. Choose clients, hours and where you work.
- 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
If you enjoy company, conversation and helping someone have a fuller day, PrimeCarers is looking for companionship carers across Aspatria. This role focuses on conversation, local outings, hobbies and light help around the home — for people who mainly need company, reassurance and a friendly face. New care jobs in the area are posted on PrimeCarers throughout the year.
Companionship work in Aspatria and the surrounding parts of Cumbria suits experienced carers who want to move away from agency rotas. On PrimeCarers you are self-employed: you set your own rates, choose your clients, your hours and the area you cover. PrimeCarers finds you clients and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
Typical pay for companionship care falls in the range £15–£25 per hour. For clarity, the platform will also show local hourly and live‑in figures where relevant: £15–£25 per hour and £146–£160 per day.
What the role involves
- Conversation and companionship: regular visits for tea, chat, memory support and social stimulation.
- Community outings: short walks, trips to the shops, clubs or local cafés in and around Aspatria and neighbouring towns such as Cockermouth, Maryport, Silloth, Wigton, Workington and Keswick.
- Light domestic help: making drinks, preparing simple meals, light tidying and reassuring presence.
- Activity support: shared hobbies, reading, board games, radio/TV or gentle crafts to keep days active and enjoyable.
Who we're looking for
- At least 1 year of professional care experience.
- An Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this).
- The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
PrimeCarers is designed for carers who want more control over their work in Aspatria and across Cumbria. You’ll pick the people you want to visit, agree the hours and set a rate that reflects your experience. We take care of the paperwork and payments so you can focus on caring.
How to apply: it only takes minutes to create a profile. Once your references and checks are verified, profiles typically go live within days and we’ll start introducing suitable families. If you’re ready to offer companionship that makes a real difference, set up your PrimeCarers profile and choose the work that fits your life.
What carers earn around Aspatria
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 4 carers in the area
£15–£19.20 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 3 carers in the area
£17–£17 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 402 carers in the area
£146–£160 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers in Aspatria
Set your own rates
You are self-employed and choose your fees. Typical companionship roles are around £15–£25 per hour.
Flexible hours
Pick the shifts and days that suit you — morning calls, afternoons, or regular weekly visits.
Meaningful work
Focus on companionship, outings and hobbies that improve someone’s day-to-day life in Aspatria and nearby towns.
Support and protection
PrimeCarers handles client introductions, contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
Three quick steps to start
- 1
Create your profile
Apply online in minutes and tell us about your experience, availability and the areas you cover.
- 2
Verify checks and references
Provide an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one), right to work and references. Profiles usually go live within days of verification.
- 3
Choose clients and begin
We introduce matches — you decide which clients and hours to accept, then start helping people in Aspatria and across Cumbria.
Frequently asked questions
You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can support this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. Meeting these means you can create a profile and start receiving introductions.
Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates. We handle invoicing and payments between you and the family, so you get paid for the hours you do. Typical companionship rates are shown on the platform.
Yes. You pick the clients you want to work with and define your service area — whether that’s central Aspatria or surrounding towns like Cockermouth, Maryport, Silloth, Wigton, Workington and Keswick — and your available hours.
PrimeCarers handles contracts and includes insurance while you are working with a family introduced through the platform, so you have practical support when you’re on a visit.
Applying takes minutes. Once your checks and references are verified, profiles typically go live within days and we’ll begin making introductions to suitable families.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Aspatria through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
