Live-in roles across County Down
Live-in Carer Jobs in Comber
Self-employed carers set their own rates — typical range: £145–£161 per day
- Set your own rates, with 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
PrimeCarers connects self-employed live-in carers with families in Comber who need reliable, experienced support at home. Live-in roles mean you live with a client, supporting daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks and clear boundaries. Right now, 7 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.
This is for carers who want to move away from agency rotas and take real control of the work they do in and around Comber. Many carers travelling from across the country choose live-in placements because they offer deeper relationships, continuity of care and predictable days on duty. If you prefer continuity and a close working relationship with one family, a live-in role in Comber could suit you.
Pay and flexibility are in your hands. Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates — typical rates sit at £145–£161 per day. Typical care pay and live-in day guidance is also shown on profiles: £18.80–£20 per hour for hourly care and £145–£161 per day for a live-in day. You choose which clients to accept, your hours and your service area, so you can plan work around life commitments.
What we provide and what we need from you
- PrimeCarers finds clients and handles contracts, invoicing and payments; insurance is included while you work.
- To join you need at least 1 year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this) and verifiable references.
- Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.
We list ongoing self-employed opportunities across Comber and the surrounding area, including nearby towns such as Newtownards, Dundonald, Carryduff, Holywood, Saintfield and Merville Garden Village. You won’t be tied to set rotas: you pick the placements that fit you and agree the breaks and day patterns with the family beforehand.
If you want to keep your independence, choose your clients and take on meaningful live-in work in Comber, create your PrimeCarers profile today. The sign-up is quick, your profile can be active within days, and our team is here to support DBS checks and the paperwork so you can focus on care.
What carers earn around Comber
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 11 carers in the area
£18.80–£20 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 8 carers in the area
£17–£18.50 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 207 carers in the area
£145–£161 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
Set your own rates
You’re self-employed and free to set the rates that reflect your skills and experience. Typical guidance: £145–£161 per day.
Choose your hours
Accept the live-in placements and shift patterns that suit you. You decide clients, hours and your service area.
Meaningful, long-term care
Live-in roles let you build continuity and trust with one family — the kind of care that really matters.
Admin and insurance taken care of
PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
How it works
- 1
1. Apply in minutes
Create a profile, add your experience and references — the sign-up only takes a few minutes.
- 2
2. Verify and go live
We check references and DBS (we can help arrange an Enhanced DBS). Profiles typically go live within days of verification.
- 3
3. Choose work and get paid
Pick the live-in placements you want. PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoicing and payments so you can focus on care.
Frequently asked questions
A live-in carer lives with a client and supports their daily routines, personal care, medication prompts and companionship. Shifts are around the clock with agreed breaks and time off; expectations are discussed and agreed with the family before you accept a placement.
Yes. Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates. For guidance you’ll see typical ranges such as £145–£161 per day on profiles and search results.
You need at least 1 year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, verifiable references and an Enhanced DBS check. PrimeCarers can help arrange a DBS if you don’t already have one.
Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Local demand varies by time and area, but many carers find suitable placements in and near Comber quickly.
Yes. PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you’re working on a placement arranged through the platform.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Comber through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.