Self-employed live-in care
Live-in Carer Jobs in Burslem
Set your own rates (£145–£160 per day), pick clients and arrange live-in placements around Burslem and Stoke-on-Trent.
- 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 roles in Burslem suit experienced, reliable carers who want to live alongside a client and support daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks. You’ll provide companionship, personal care, medication prompts and help with daily tasks in the client’s home — often covering waking night care, evening support and regular daytime routines. Many carers travel to live-in placements from across the country to work in Burslem and nearby areas. Right now, 96 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.
PrimeCarers connects self-employed carers with families across Burslem and the wider Stoke-on-Trent area. You set your own hours, choose clients and name your rate; typical live-in and hourly ranges are shown on the platform so you can decide what fits you. Typical ranges include £145–£160 per day, with more detailed guidance such as £18.80–£20 per hour for hourly care and £145–£160 per day for live-in day rates.
This work suits experienced carers who value autonomy and continuity of care. If you prefer predictable routines, genuine relationships with one client and the chance to plan your own work-life balance, live-in care in Burslem could be a good fit. You will often support one person in their own home and coordinate with family, case managers or visiting nurses where appropriate.
- Flexible, self-employed work: choose your clients, hours and service area — whether you want placements in Burslem or travel to Tunstall, Hanley Grange, Newcastle under Lyme, Stoke on Trent, Kidsgrove and Fenton.
- Practical support from PrimeCarers: we find clients, handle contracts, invoicing and payments, and include insurance while you work.
- Professional expectations: at least 1 year’s care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references are required before placements.
Live-in care requires reliability, respect for privacy and clear communication with families. You’ll need stamina for overnight support and an ability to manage agreed breaks. Travel to placements is common; some carers come from outside Stoke-on-Trent for long-term roles in Burslem.
Ready to apply? It takes minutes to create a profile and upload checks. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and you remain free to accept or decline any match. If you’re an experienced carer based in or around Burslem and want control over your work and pay, register with PrimeCarers and start seeing suitable live-in opportunities.
What carers earn around Burslem
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 57 carers in the area
£18.80–£20 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 50 carers in the area
£17–£17.50 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 2372 carers in the area
£145–£160 per day
What PrimeCarers gives you
You set your rate
Carers are self-employed and name their own pay. Choose the rate that reflects your skills and experience.
Control your time
Pick clients, hours and the service area that suit you — full live-in placements with agreed breaks and schedules.
Meaningful continuity
Work long-term with one client to build strong relationships and consistent care in people’s homes.
Practical cover and paperwork
PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you’re on placement.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Sign up, add experience, references and DBS details. Applying takes minutes and we can help with checks.
- 2
Get matched
Browse client requests and accept only the placements that suit you — locals in Burslem and further afield.
- 3
Start care with support
PrimeCarers manages the paperwork, payments and insurance while you focus on delivering consistent live-in care.
Frequently asked questions
You decide your rates as a self-employed carer. PrimeCarers shows typical ranges to help you price your time. You are free to negotiate directly with families and update your rates when you like.
Live-in care involves staying in the client’s home and supporting daily routines with agreed breaks. Breaks and sleeping arrangements are planned within each contract so expectations are clear from the start.
To join you need at least 1 year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can assist), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and includes insurance while you’re working on a placement, so you have practical cover when caring in people’s homes.
Applying takes minutes. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and then you can start viewing and accepting live-in opportunities in Burslem and nearby areas.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Burslem through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.