Companion Carer Jobs in Barnsbury

We’re looking for experienced, self-employed companion carers to support older people in Barnsbury with conversation, outings, shared hobbies and light help around the home. These roles suit people who enjoy company, reassurance and calmer, friendship-based care rather than complex personal care. Right now, 231 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Companionship work in Barnsbury typically includes accompanying someone to the local park or café, spending time talking, supporting mealtimes or hobbies, prompting with daily routines and doing light household tasks that help someone remain independent. You’ll often be a friendly, reliable presence rather than providing intensive personal care. Many local families prefer carers who can offer regular visits for companionship, short day visits or ongoing daytime support.

This is ongoing, self-employed work: you set your own hours, choose your clients and decide the area you cover. PrimeCarers finds carers clients and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while they work. Rates vary by carer and assignment; typical companion roles sit around £18.80–£20 per hour and you can set the rate that reflects your experience and availability.

Who this suits: carers who have at least one year of professional care experience, who value flexibility and want to move away from agency rota pressure. If you already work in Camden or nearby areas such as Kings Cross, Angel, Pentonville, Canonbury, Somerstown and St Pancras, you’ll find short travel times and lots of community-based tasks. Many carers join because they want more control of their working day and the chance to build longer-term relationships with families.

Requirements to join are straightforward: a minimum of one year’s professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this if needed), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. You’ll manage the clients you accept and the hours you work, and you’ll invoice through PrimeCarers while they handle payment processing and contracts.

How to apply: create your profile online — the form takes minutes and you’ll be guided through uploading references and checks. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and then you can start matching with families in Barnsbury, Kings Cross, Angel and surrounding neighbourhoods. There’s no single advertised shift here; we advertise ongoing opportunities for self-employed carers who want consistent, connection-led work.

If you value companionship work and want more control over who you care for and when, Barnsbury has regular demand for friendly, reliable companion carers who can bring reassurance and company to people’s lives.