Companionship Carer Jobs in Bakewell

PrimeCarers connects self‑employed carers with families in Bakewell who need companionship, conversation and light help around the home. This is ongoing, local work for experienced carers who want more control over hours, clients and how they care. Right now, 7 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Companionship care here in Bakewell and across Derbyshire focuses on being present: chatting, going out for a walk or a coffee, supporting hobbies, and offering reassurance or light household help. You won’t be asked to do interventions beyond what you and the client agree. Work regularly with the same people if you want continuity, or take shorter visits — it’s up to you.

As a self‑employed carer on PrimeCarers you set your own rates and choose your clients, hours and service area. Typical rates for this role are £18.80–£20 per hour. PrimeCarers finds people who need care, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you work. Many carers find this gives them the freedom to build a better balance than agency shifts allow.

This kind of work will suit you if you have at least one year’s professional care experience, a right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this), and verifiable references. We ask for these checks because families value reliability and safety; you’ll be expected to keep documentation up to date.

Typical day‑to‑day tasks include:

• Friendly conversation, companionship and emotional support.
• Accompanying clients on local outings, appointments or hobbies.
• Light help around the home: making drinks, simple meals, light tidying and prompts for daily tasks.
• Reporting and communicating clearly with the family about any changes.

These roles are available around Bakewell and nearby towns such as Alport Town, Gratton, Darley Dale, Matlock, Dronfield Woodhouse and Wirksworth. You remain self‑employed: you choose your hours and the people you work for. Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

If you’re tired of rota inflexibility and want to focus on care and connection, PrimeCarers is set up to support you while you stay in control. To apply, create a profile, provide your references and checks, and we’ll help match you with local families who need companionship.