Self-employed care work
Companionship Carer Jobs in Corby
Choose hours and clients in Corby — typical pay £18.89–£21.50 per hour
- 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
Looking for companionship care work in Corby that fits around your life? PrimeCarers connects self-employed carers with families who need friendly, reliable company — conversation, walks, shared hobbies and light help around the home. You’ll pick the clients and hours that suit you, and set your own rates. Right now, 4 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.
Companionship work suits carers who enjoy spending time with people rather than delivering clinical tasks. Typical visits include tea and chat, trips to the shops or local cafe, walks in the park, attending clubs, gentle household tidying and reassurance for someone living on their own. Many carers in Corby value the deeper continuity they get by choosing who they support and building ongoing relationships.
Pay and flexibility
You are self-employed and set your own rate — many carers in the area use a range of £18.89–£21.50 per hour depending on the visit length and tasks. PrimeCarers finds carers clients and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while they work. You choose your service area, the hours you offer and which clients you accept.
Who we’re looking for
- At least 1 year of professional care experience.
- An Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this if you need one).
- The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
If you’re used to agency routines but want more control over who you support and when, this could be a good next step. Many carers choose to keep a small number of regular companionship clients in Corby and around Northamptonshire while taking on occasional extra shifts nearby, such as in Desborough, Kettering, Rothwell, Uppingham, Burton Latimer and Oundle.
How it works
Applying takes minutes — complete your profile, upload checks and references, and we’ll verify you. Profiles typically go live within days of verification. Once on the platform you can review client requests, accept what suits you and manage bookings on your terms. PrimeCarers supports you with contracts, invoicing and payments so you can focus on care.
If you want work that values conversation, company and consistent relationships — with the freedom to choose your clients and hours in Corby — create your PrimeCarers profile and be ready to meet local families looking for companionship care.
What carers earn around Corby
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 35 carers in the area
£18.89–£21.50 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 29 carers in the area
£17.39–£20.60 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 1530 carers in the area
£148–£162.50 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
Set your own rates
You’re self-employed and set your own rate — many carers use £18.89–£21.50 per hour as a guide.
Flexible hours
Choose the hours and days that fit your life, and the clients you want to support.
Meaningful relationships
Focus on conversation, outings and companionship rather than fixed rota-driven tasks.
Work supported
PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
How to get started
- 1
Create your profile
Apply online in minutes. Add your experience, upload an Enhanced DBS or request help getting one, and add references.
- 2
Get verified
We check your documents and references. Profiles typically go live within days so you can start seeing requests.
- 3
Choose clients
Receive local requests, review client needs and accept the ones that suit you — manage your calendar and rates.
Frequently asked questions
PrimeCarers is an introductory platform for self-employed carers. You choose clients, set rates and control your hours. We support matches, contracts, invoicing and take care of payments and insurance while you work.
You need at least 1 year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
You set your own rate as a self-employed carer. Many use £18.89–£21.50 per hour as a guide, but you decide what to charge based on visit length and responsibilities.
Applying takes minutes; after verification profiles typically go live within days. Once live you can review local requests and accept the ones you want.
You choose your service area. Some carers cover nearby towns and villages, others prefer to work only in Corby. You set your own travel preferences.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Corby through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
