For experienced self-employed carers
Live-in Care Assistant Jobs in Buckie
Self-employed live-in roles across Buckie and Moray. Typical pay £145–£160 per day — set your own rates and choose clients.
- Set your own rates — 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
Live-in care in Buckie means living with a client in their home and supporting daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks. Many carers travel from across the country for live-in placements, staying close to the person they support while helping with personal care, medication prompts, mealtimes, companionship and household routines. A live-in role suits experienced carers who want deeper continuity of care and the stability of a single placement while keeping the flexibility of self-employment in Moray and beyond.
Right now, 3 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.
On PrimeCarers you work as a self-employed carer: you choose your own clients, the hours you accept and the service area you want to cover. You set your own rates and can aim for £145–£160 per day for live-in work depending on experience and the support required. PrimeCarers finds families and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work. That means less admin and more time with the people you care for.
Live-in care is for those who have at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. You’ll also need an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this). We do not list a single role here — we advertise ongoing self-employed opportunities, and you can review clients and choose placements that fit the hours and level of support you prefer.
Many carers on PrimeCarers travel into Buckie and nearby areas such as Cullen, Keith, Portsoy, Lossiemouth, Elgin and Banff. Some live locally; others travel and stay for the length of a placement. If you value forming stronger relationships with one family and working with predictable routines, live-in care could be a good match.
Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your references and documents, and once verified your profile typically goes live within days. From there you’ll be able to review client requests, agree terms directly and arrange start dates with families. PrimeCarers supports the contract process and handles payments so you can focus on delivering excellent care.
If you’re ready to move away from shift-by-shift agency work and try a more consistent, relationship-based role in Buckie and across Moray, set up your PrimeCarers profile today. Profiles usually go live quickly, and many carers find suitable live-in opportunities shortly after verification.
What carers earn around Buckie
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 1 carer in the area
£22–£22 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 1 carer in the area
£17.50–£17.50 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 37 carers in the area
£145–£160 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers for live-in work
Set your own rates
You’re self-employed — choose the hourly or daily rate that reflects your experience and the support you provide, including £145–£160 per day for many live-in roles.
Flexible, predictable hours
Pick the clients and placements that suit your lifestyle. Live-in roles offer continuity and clearer routines compared with shift-by-shift work.
Meaningful relationships
Live with the person you support and provide continuity of care, companionship and everyday support that really matters.
Admin and insurance handled
PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you work so you can focus on caring.
How it works
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1. Create your profile
Apply in minutes, add your experience, references and right-to-work documents. PrimeCarers can help arrange an Enhanced DBS if needed.
- 2
2. Choose clients
We introduce you to families. You review requests, discuss duties and agree terms directly — you remain self-employed and set your rates.
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3. Start the placement
PrimeCarers handles contracts and payments, and provides insurance while you work. Profiles typically go live within days of verification.
Frequently asked questions
Live-in care means you live with the person you’re supporting in their home, helping with daily routines, personal care, meals and companionship. Breaks are agreed in advance and arrangements vary by family and placement.
Yes. Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates. PrimeCarers finds clients and handles contracts and payments, but carers remain independent and choose which assignments to accept.
You need 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 you arrange this if needed.
Yes. PrimeCarers includes insurance while you work on a placement. We also manage invoicing and payments to reduce your admin burden.
Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Once your profile is live you can review client requests and arrange start dates that suit you and the family.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Buckie through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
