Dementia Carer Jobs in Blackford

Work with people living with dementia in familiar homes around Blackford and neighbouring villages. This role suits carers who value patience, predictable routines and small, steady visits that keep people settled where they are happiest — often in and around Blackford and the surrounding Somerset communities. You’ll support daily routines, encourage calm, help with personal care, mealtimes, medication prompts and companionship that respects each person’s history and pace.

Right now, 5 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

PrimeCarers connects you with families and handles the admin so you can focus on care. You are self-employed: you choose which clients to accept, your service area and your hours, and you set your own rates — typical pay sits between £19.20–£22.50 per hour. The platform manages contracts, invoicing and payments, and includes insurance while you work. Many carers list both hourly and live-in availability; typical ranges are £19.20–£22.50 per hour for hourly visits and £145–£160 per day for live-in day rates.

This is an ongoing opportunity across Blackford, with work also available close by in Wincanton, Castle Cary, Bruton, Sherborne, Stalbridge and Yeovil. It’s especially well suited to experienced carers considering a move away from agency routines: if you value consistency, working with the same people, and building familiar patterns that help those with memory loss, this could be a better fit than shift-driven agency models.

To join you must have at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this) and verifiable references. PrimeCarers will verify your documents and references; applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

Day-to-day responsibilities vary by client but commonly include supporting personal care, safe mobility, maintaining routine and orientation, preparing light meals, medication prompts and gentle activity or reminiscence. You’ll often work alone in a client’s home, so good observational skills, patience and clear communication with families are essential. You’ll be expected to respect confidentiality and follow any agreed care plans.

If you’re an experienced carer looking for more control over your hours and the chance to build longer-term relationships in Blackford and across Somerset, PrimeCarers makes the switch straightforward. Create your profile, upload checks and references and start choosing work that fits your life.

Apply in minutes — profiles typically go live within days.