Self‑employed live‑in care
Live-in Care Assistant Jobs in Doncaster
Set your own rates from £145–£160 per day, choose clients and work across Doncaster and South Yorkshire.
- 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
Live-in care means living with a client in their home and supporting daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks. Many carers travel from across the country for live-in placements in Doncaster and the wider South Yorkshire area; you'll be providing companionship, personal care, medication prompts and practical support so someone can remain at home. Right now, 84 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.
These ongoing self-employed opportunities suit experienced carers who want more control than agency shifts offer. You set your own rates and choose the clients, hours and service area that work for you. Typical rates you’ll see on the platform are £145–£160 per day, with more detail available in profiles using £18.60–£20 per hour for hourly care or £145–£160 per day for day rates on live-in placements.
PrimeCarers finds the families and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and insurance is included while you work. That means you can focus on the care and the relationship rather than chasing paperwork. Carers often work with clients across Doncaster and nearby towns such as Edlington, Conisbrough, Tickhill, Stainforth, Mexborough and Askern — many placements suit people ready to travel or relocate for a period.
Who this suits: if you have at least one year of professional care experience, verifiable references, the right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange one), you can apply. Live-in care is demanding but rewarding: you’ll manage daily routines, mealtimes, mobility support and evening or overnight supervision as agreed with the family.
How it differs from agency work: you stay self-employed, set your own rate and choose the clients you accept. PrimeCarers supports you with client introductions, contract templates and a payments system so you get paid without negotiating each time. Many carers who start with us find the flexibility and clearer working arrangements a better fit than shift-based agency roles around Doncaster.
Applying takes minutes — create a profile, upload ID and references, and our verification team will be in touch. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and once live you can start seeing suitable client introductions. If you want flexible, long-term live-in care work in Doncaster or elsewhere in South Yorkshire, PrimeCarers is built to help you keep control of your work while we handle the admin.
What carers earn around Doncaster
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 105 carers in the area
£18.60–£20 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 89 carers in the area
£17–£18 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 2218 carers in the area
£145–£160 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
Set your own rates
You’re self‑employed — decide your fee and accept the clients that match your needs. Typical platform rates are £145–£160 per day.
Flexible hours
Choose live‑in placements, day shifts or hourly work and manage your own availability across Doncaster and nearby areas.
Meaningful relationships
Live‑in care gives you time to build trust and make a real difference in someone's home and routine.
Admin handled
We find clients, provide contracts, manage invoicing and payments, and include insurance while you’re on a placement.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Sign up, add experience, upload ID and references — it only takes minutes.
- 2
Verify & go live
We check your documents (we can help with an Enhanced DBS), then your profile goes live within days.
- 3
Choose clients
Receive introductions, agree terms with families and start live‑in placements when you’re ready.
Frequently asked questions
Live‑in care means you live in the client’s home and provide support throughout the day and night with agreed breaks. It’s ideal for people who need continuity and companionship as well as personal care.
As a self‑employed carer you set your own fees. You’ll see typical ranges on the platform such as £18.60–£20 per hour for hourly work and £145–£160 per day for live‑in day rates, but the final figure is yours to decide.
You need at least one year of professional care experience, verifiable references, the right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS check. If you need help arranging a DBS, PrimeCarers can assist.
Creating a profile takes minutes and our verification team usually gets profiles live within days. Once live you’ll begin receiving client introductions.
No — carers travel for placements and you choose the service area you’ll accept. Many placements are in and around Doncaster and nearby towns.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Doncaster through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.