Self‑employed live‑in roles

Live-in Carer Jobs in Barbican

Set your own rates from £145–£160 per day — choose clients, hours and where you work

  • 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

Live-in care in Barbican gives experienced carers the chance to work closely with one family, support daily routines and provide steady, person-centred care. These roles mean living with a client in their home, working around the clock with agreed breaks and the structure you and the family agree together. Right now, 104 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.

Live-in placements suit carers who value continuity and long-term relationships more than shift-by-shift agency work. Many carers travel from across the country for live-in placements in Barbican and the wider borough, bringing their skills to households that need reliable, familiar support. You choose which clients you accept and the hours you offer. Typical pay sits within £145–£160 per day; for clarity you can set hourly or live-in day rates that work for you, including within £18.80–£20 per hour and £145–£160 per day ranges depending on the role.

As a self-employed carer on PrimeCarers you:

  • Set your own rates and decide which clients, hours and service area you’ll cover.
  • Agree contracts directly with the family, with PrimeCarers handling invoicing and payments.
  • Have insurance included while you are working on a placement.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. We do not list single, short adverts here — this page promotes ongoing self‑employed opportunities across Barbican and nearby areas, including Finsbury, St Lukes, Farringdon, Custom House, Blackfriars and Shoreditch.

PrimeCarers makes the practical side straightforward: we find you potential clients, manage contracts, take care of invoicing and payments, and include insurance while you work. Apply online in minutes and, once verified, your profile usually goes live within days—so you can start browsing live-in opportunities across Barbican and Islington without a long wait.

If you’re an experienced carer thinking about moving away from agency rotas and into live-in work, creating a profile is quick and low‑risk. You stay self-employed, you remain in control of rates and commitments, and you can travel for the right placement or focus locally in Barbican and greater Islington. Start your profile and see the opportunities available to you.

What carers earn around Barbican

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 1316 carers in the area

£18.80–£20 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 1120 carers in the area

£17–£19 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 2151 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

You set the pay

Choose your own rates and availability — many carers set fees within £145–£160 per day.

Flexible hours

Live-in placements give continuity and agreed breaks so you can plan rest and time off.

Meaningful work

Build lasting relationships and provide person-centred support in a client’s home.

We handle admin

PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.

How it works

  1. 1

    Create your profile

    Apply online in minutes, list your experience, references and preferred areas.

  2. 2

    Verify and go live

    We help check your DBS and references; profiles typically go live within days of verification.

  3. 3

    Choose placements

    Browse live-in opportunities, agree terms with families and start when you’re ready.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Carers on PrimeCarers remain self‑employed. You set your rates, choose clients and manage your working pattern. PrimeCarers connects you with families and handles contracts and payments.

You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoicing and payments between you and the family. Insurance is included while you are working on a placement.

No. Many carers travel from across the country for live-in placements; others prefer to stay local in Barbican or around Islington. You decide what suits you.

Applying takes minutes and, once your checks and references are verified, profiles typically go live within days so you can begin browsing opportunities straight away.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

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