Live-in Carer Jobs in Barnet

Live-in care in Barnet is about more than shifts — it’s about living alongside someone who needs steady support with day-to-day routines, companionship and personal care. As a self-employed live-in carer you’ll usually stay in the client’s home, working around the clock with agreed breaks and clear boundaries. Many carers travel from across the country for live-in placements and choose Barnet because of its mix of neighbourhoods and good travel links.
Right now, 107 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.

This opportunity suits experienced carers who want more control than agency work typically offers. On PrimeCarers you set your own fees and choose the clients, hours and service area that fit your life. Typical pay for roles like this varies — many carers on the platform post rates in the range £145–£160 per day — and you can set rates that reflect your experience and the level of support required. Live-in day rates and hourly-care rates are often different; many carers consider both £18.80–£20 per hour and £145–£160 per day when deciding what to charge.

What a live-in placement looks like: you’ll be part of daily life in the client’s home, helping with personal care, medication reminders, meal routines, mobility support and companionship. Your exact duties are agreed with each family before you start, so responsibilities, sleep-in arrangements and breaks are clear from the outset. Carers who enjoy steady relationships, predictable routines and a chance to make a real difference usually find live-in work rewarding.

PrimeCarers finds clients for you and handles contracts, invoicing and payments — insurance is included while you work on placements arranged through the platform. You remain self-employed, choosing clients and managing your schedule. The platform supports carers across Barnet and neighbouring areas such as Brunswick Park, East Barnet, Oakleigh Park, Friern Barnet, Whetstone and Arnos Grove and nearby boroughs like Enfield.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this) and verifiable references. Applying takes minutes and your profile typically goes live within days of verification. If you’re ready to move away from agency shifts and build longer, more flexible live-in relationships with families in Barnet and beyond, PrimeCarers makes it straightforward to get started.

How to apply: Create a profile, upload your documents and add references. Once verified, you’ll be able to review client requests and accept placements that suit you. Many carers find their first live-in role within weeks of joining.