Self-employed companion roles
Companion Carer Jobs in Deptford
Flexible, local companionship work — set your own rates from £18.80–£20 per hour
- 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
Companionship care in Deptford is about calm conversation, reassuring company and being the friendly face that helps someone enjoy their day. You’ll spend time chatting, walking local parks, going to clubs or cafés, keeping hobbies alive and offering light help around the home so clients feel safe and connected.
Right now, 214 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.
This role suits experienced carers who prefer meaningful one-to-one time over clinical tasks. Most visits are conversational and social: listening, prompting, accompanying clients on short outings and supporting hobbies. Many families in Deptford and nearby Greenwich want someone reliable to provide calm company, help with small tasks and give relatives peace of mind.
As a self-employed carer on PrimeCarers you set your own rate and accept the clients and hours that fit your life. Typical companion rates are £18.80–£20 per hour and you can choose your own clients, hours and service area. PrimeCarers finds clients for you and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work. We’re a good fit if you’re ready to move away from rota‑bound agency shifts and want more control over when and where you work, including in neighbouring areas such as New Cross, New Cross Gate, Surrey Quays, Isle of Dogs, Millwall and Maze Hill.
What we ask:
- At least 1 year of professional care experience.
- An Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this).
- The right to work in the UK.
- Verifiable references from recent care roles.
Applying takes minutes and many carers’ profiles go live within days of verification. You’ll remain self-employed: choose clients, set your hours and manage your diary while we take care of the admin and payments. There are ongoing companion opportunities across Deptford, and we’re regularly matching carers with families who need friendly, consistent support.
If you’re based in Deptford and want to spend more time doing the companionship work you enjoy, create your profile today — it’s quick to apply and your profile can be live within days.
What carers earn around Deptford
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 1266 carers in the area
£18.80–£20 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 1093 carers in the area
£17–£19 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 2124 carers in the area
£145–£160 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
Set your own rates
You’re self-employed so you choose your pay — typical companion roles are £18.80–£20 per hour.
Choose your hours
Pick shifts that suit you — mornings, afternoons or regular weekly calls.
Do rewarding work
Focus on conversations, outings and hobbies that build real companionship.
Admin and protection covered
We handle contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Apply in minutes with your experience and references. You remain self‑employed and in control.
- 2
Get verified and matched
We verify your checks and references. PrimeCarers matches you with local families and handles contracts.
- 3
Start caring
Choose the clients and hours you want. Insurance is included while you work and payments are handled for you.
Common questions
You set your own rate as a self‑employed carer. Typical companion roles are shown as £18.80–£20 per hour but you decide what to charge based on your experience and the client’s needs.
We ask for at least 1 year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, verifiable references and an Enhanced DBS. PrimeCarers can help you arrange a DBS if you don’t already have one.
Yes. PrimeCarers includes insurance for carers while they are working with a family through the platform. We also handle contracts, invoicing and payments to keep admin simple.
Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Once you’re verified we’ll start matching you with local families in Deptford and nearby areas.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Deptford through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.