Self-employed care roles

Companionship Carer Jobs in Carshalton

Set your rates (typical £18.80–£20 per hour), choose clients and work the hours you want

  • 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

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers with families in and around Carshalton who need companionship, conversation and light help around the home. This role is about being present: chatting over a cuppa, supporting hobbies, joining outings and offering reassurance to people who value company and dignity. Right now, 207 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Carers on PrimeCarers set their own rates and choose the clients, hours and service area that suit them. Typical pay for companionship roles is £18.80–£20 per hour depending on the care required. You’ll be able to accept short regular visits, longer social calls or daytime companionship shifts that fit your week across Carshalton and nearby areas such as Wallington, Beddington, Waddon, Cheam, Morden and Mitcham — many carers find the flexibility a better fit than agency rotas. We also see interest from families across Sutton who want reliable, local support.

This role will suit someone with at least a year’s paid care experience who enjoys building relaxed, respectful relationships. Companionship work often involves:

  • Friendly conversation and emotional support
  • Accompanying clients to appointments, shops or community activities
  • Encouraging hobbies, light meal prep and simple household tasks
  • Offering reassurance and a regular, trusted presence

To join you’ll need: at least 1 year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. You remain self-employed: you set your rates and choose who you work with. PrimeCarers handles client introductions, contracts, invoicing and payments — and provides insurance while you’re working through the platform.

Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Once live you can browse local enquiries, discuss availability directly with families and accept the assignments that suit your lifestyle. If you’re ready to move away from agency shifts and take more control over your work in Carshalton, this could be the next step.

If you want flexible, companionship-focused care work close to home — with practical admin and payment support behind you — create your profile today and start choosing the hours and clients that fit your life.

What carers earn around Carshalton

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 1141 carers in the area

£18.80–£20 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 980 carers in the area

£17–£19.20 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 2112 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

Set your own rates

You’re self-employed — set the rates that reflect your experience and the care you provide.

Flexible hours

Choose your clients, shifts and service area so work fits your life in Carshalton and beyond.

Meaningful companionship

Focus on conversation, outings and hobbies — the heart of companionship care.

Admin and insurance covered

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

How it works

  1. 1

    Apply in minutes

    Complete a short profile with your experience and references; we can help arrange your Enhanced DBS.

  2. 2

    Verify and go live

    Profiles are typically verified and live within days so you can start seeing local requests.

  3. 3

    Choose and accept work

    Browse enquiries, discuss needs with families and accept the companionship shifts that suit you.

Frequently asked questions

Carers on PrimeCarers are self‑employed. You decide your rates, clients and hours. We introduce you to families and support the paperwork.

We ask for at least 1 year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

PrimeCarers handles client contracts, invoicing and payments on your behalf. You receive cleared payments for work you accept through the platform.

Yes — insurance is included while you’re working through PrimeCarers, giving you cover during visits and shifts booked via the platform.

Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Once live, you can start connecting with families in Carshalton and nearby towns.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

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