Live-in Care Assistant Jobs in Barnes

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers with families in Barnes and across Richmond upon Thames who need live-in support. You’ll be living with a client in their home, supporting daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks, and travelling from across the country for placements when you choose to. Right now, 98 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.

Live-in work suits carers who prefer continuity, close relationships and the ability to organise care around one household rather than short shifts at multiple sites. Typical responsibilities include personal care, meal preparation, medication prompts, supporting mobility and companionship; everything is agreed in advance with the client and their family. Many of our carers work shorter 24-hour blocks or longer stays depending on what’s right for them and the client.

As a PrimeCarers carer you are truly self-employed: you set your own rates and choose your own clients, hours and service area. Typical rates for live-in care vary by need and location — many carers use £146–£163.50 per day as a guide when setting their day and hourly fees. We also display £18.89–£21.50 per hour and £146–£163.50 per day to help you decide.

PrimeCarers finds clients, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and includes insurance while you work so you can focus on care. You keep control of your diary and can accept or decline placements that don’t suit. Travel to Barnes is common from nearby towns such as Mortlake, Hammersmith, East Sheen, Chiswick, Putney and Fulham and further afield when carers prefer to take longer placements.

Who this suits: experienced, compassionate carers who want the stability and closeness of live-in work but the freedom of self-employment. This is a good fit for people considering leaving agency patterns for something more autonomous, and for those who like building strong relationships with one household.

Minimum joining requirements are clear: 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. We’ll guide you through verification and compliance so you can get started with confidence.

Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Create your profile, tell us the kinds of clients and locations you prefer around Barnes and Richmond upon Thames, and start receiving enquiries directly from families.