Self-employed roles — companionship care

Companionship Carer Jobs in Carlton

Flexible hours, choose your clients and set your own rates (typical pay £18.50–£20.50 per hour)

  • Set your own rates — no agency cut
  • Choose your clients and your hours
  • Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
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Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days

Description

Companionship carers in Carlton provide conversation, companionship and gentle practical support for people who mainly want company, reassurance and a friendly face. Typical visits include chatting over tea, short outings, taking part in hobbies, reading together and light help around the home — all centred on dignity and companionship. Right now, 5 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

This type of work suits experienced carers who enjoy building relationships rather than clinical tasks. As a self-employed carer on PrimeCarers you choose your own clients, hours and service area, and you set your own rates. Many carers providing companionship in Carlton find the flexibility a good match for family life or other commitments. Typical pay sits around £18.50–£20.50 per hour and you keep control of how you work.

PrimeCarers makes the practical side straightforward: we find families who need companionship care, handle contracts, manage invoicing and payments, and provide insurance cover while you are working. That means you spend more time with clients and less time on admin. Applying takes minutes and, once your checks and references are verified, profiles usually go live within days.

Day-to-day tasks are focused on social and emotional support rather than intimate personal care. Examples include accompanying a client on local walks, supporting a craft or music activity, keeping conversation flowing, taking them to local groups, or helping with small household tasks like making a drink or clearing up after meals. If you enjoy companionship, have patience and good communication skills, and want to work with people who appreciate company, this role is for you.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. We support new self-employed carers through the verification process and provide clear guidance on how to set your profile so families in Carlton can find you quickly.

Work with families across Carlton and nearby areas such as Netherfield, West Bridgefield, Arnold, Cotgrave, Bulwell and Bingham. Whether you want regular visits, occasional calls or daytime outings, PrimeCarers gives you the freedom to choose work that fits your life while connecting with people across Nottinghamshire. Ready to get started? It only takes a few minutes to apply and start building your profile.

What carers earn around Carlton

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 81 carers in the area

£18.50–£20.50 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 73 carers in the area

£17–£20 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 2505 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

Set your own pay

You’re self-employed so you set your own rates and keep control over your earnings.

Flexible hours

Choose the clients, times and frequency that suit your life — morning, afternoons or weekends.

Meaningful work

Focus on companionship, outings and hobbies — build relationships that matter.

Practical support

PrimeCarers handles clients, contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance while you work.

How it works

  1. 1

    Apply in minutes

    Complete a short profile and tell us about your experience and availability.

  2. 2

    Verify and go live

    We check references and DBS. PrimeCarers can help arrange an Enhanced DBS. Profiles typically go live within days.

  3. 3

    Choose your work

    Browse introductions, choose clients in Carlton and nearby areas, and agree terms directly.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Carers on PrimeCarers work as self-employed professionals: you set your own rates, choose your clients and decide your hours. PrimeCarers supports the introductions and handles invoicing and payments.

You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references before your profile is activated.

Applying takes minutes. Once your references and checks are verified, profiles usually go live within days and families in Carlton and surrounding areas can see your profile.

We find families, handle contracts, manage invoicing and payments, and provide insurance cover while you’re working — so you can focus on care and companionship.

No. You choose your service area and can state how far you’re willing to travel. Many carers stay local to Carlton, while others cover nearby towns such as Netherfield, Arnold or Bingham.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

Join the carers already working with families around Carlton through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.