Flexible, self-employed care
Companion Carer Jobs in Brandon
Self-employed companionship care in Brandon — set your own rates (typically £18–£20 per hour)
- Set your own rates, with no agency cut
- Choose your clients and your hours
- Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days
Description
PrimeCarers connects self-employed carers with families in Brandon who want friendly, reliable companionship for older or vulnerable people. The role focuses on conversation, outings, hobbies and light help around the home — reassurance more than hands-on clinical care. You’ll decide which clients you work with, the hours you do and the area you cover, while PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments and provides insurance while you work. Right now, 3 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.
Companionship work suits experienced carers who enjoy spending relaxed, meaningful time with people: a regular chat over tea, accompanying someone to a local group, supporting hobbies, doing shopping together or offering gentle encouragement around the house. Most carers in Brandon find their work is rewarding because it’s about presence, consistency and building trust. You’ll often be helping someone maintain independence and stay connected with their community in Norfolk.
Pay and flexibility: as a self-employed carer on PrimeCarers you set your own rates and choose the hours that suit you. Typical rates for companion care sit around £18–£20 per hour but you decide what to charge based on your experience and the support you offer. You pick clients, shifts and how far you travel — whether you prefer Brandon-only work or to cover nearby areas including Thetford, Mildenhall, Watton, Swaffham, Soham and Bury St Edmunds.
What we need from you: at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. An Enhanced DBS check is required; PrimeCarers can help arrange this if you don’t already have one. We verify details quickly so profiles typically go live within days of checks being completed.
How PrimeCarers helps: we find clients, manage the contracts and take care of invoicing and payments so you can focus on care. Insurance is included for the hours you work through the platform. There’s no fixed rota to accept — you choose shifts that fit your life, whether you’re looking for a few hours a week in Brandon or more regular work across Norfolk.
Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your references and DBS (or request help to get one), and we’ll guide you through verification. Once approved you can start browsing client requests and accept the ones that fit your availability and values.
What carers earn around Brandon
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 9 carers in the area
£18–£20 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 7 carers in the area
£16–£20 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 2346 carers in the area
£145–£160 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
Set your rates
You’re self-employed so you decide your price and which shifts to accept.
Choose your hours
Pick the clients, times and locations that match your availability around Brandon.
Meaningful companionship
Work that focuses on conversation, outings, hobbies and reassuring presence.
Admin and insurance covered
PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Apply in minutes — tell us about your care background and the hours you want to work.
- 2
Verify and upload checks
Provide references and an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one). Profiles usually go live within days of verification.
- 3
Choose clients and start
Browse local client requests around Brandon, accept the ones that suit you and get paid through the platform.
Frequently asked questions
Companionship care focuses on social support and light practical help: conversation, hobbies, trips out, Sunday lunches, medication reminders and helping with small tasks around the home. It is not clinical care.
As a self-employed carer you set the hourly rate that reflects your experience and what you offer. PrimeCarers shows typical rates for companion care so you can decide what works for you.
You need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, verifiable references and an Enhanced DBS check. If you need help obtaining an Enhanced DBS, PrimeCarers can assist.
Yes. PrimeCarers finds clients and handles contracts, invoicing and payments for the work you do through the platform. Insurance is included for hours worked via PrimeCarers.
Applying takes minutes and, after verification, profiles generally go live within days. Then you can start choosing local companion roles around Brandon and the surrounding Norfolk area.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Brandon through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
