Weekend Carer Jobs in Chulmleigh

If you’re an experienced carer based near Chulmleigh and you want short‑term, meaningful work that fits around other commitments, PrimeCarers connects you with families needing respite care — from a few hours on a Saturday night to a couple of days of weekend cover. You’ll be self‑employed, choose the clients you accept and set your own rates, with typical roles paying £18.80–£19 per hour.

Right now, 3 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite work in and around Chulmleigh is varied. You may provide companionship, help with personal care and medication prompts, support with mobility and transfers, offer meal preparation, or cover day‑to‑day supervision while a primary carer takes a break. Shifts are often during evenings, weekends or short block bookings over a few days. Many carers value the mix: predictable, purposeful work that still leaves time for other commitments.

This type of role suits experienced care professionals who want more control than traditional agency work. If you prefer choosing your own clients, controlling your hours and working locally around Chulmleigh, PrimeCarers gives that flexibility. You can also accept live‑in short breaks or day shifts across nearby areas including Ten Acres, South Molton, North Tawton, Hatherleigh, Great Torrington and Crediton.

PrimeCarers handles the admin so you can focus on care. We match you with families, manage contracts, invoicing and payments, and provide insurance while you work. You remain self‑employed and set the terms that suit you. Typical hourly care ranges are shown on profiles and you can adjust your availability and service area at any time.

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 don’t create job listings for one specific placement here — we advertise ongoing self‑employed opportunities across Chulmleigh and wider Devon so you can pick the bookings that match your skills and lifestyle.

Applying takes minutes: create a profile, add your experience and references, and we’ll guide you through verification. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and then you can start seeing local respite opportunities and offering your availability for weekends or short breaks. If you’re ready for more control over your work-life balance while continuing to do the care you love, join PrimeCarers and start accepting weekend respite bookings around Chulmleigh.