Companion Carer Jobs in Eastside

Companionship care in Eastside is about being present: conversation over tea, gentle outings to local parks or cafés, supporting hobbies, and light help around the home so a client feels safe and reassured. The work suits carers who enjoy building relationships and who want more control than typical agency rounds allow. Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates, choosing the families they work with and the hours they accept. Right now, 222 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Right now, 222 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

What a companion role can look like day-to-day: shared walks in the neighbourhood, reading together, hobby sessions like gardening or crafts, helping with shopping and simple household tasks, and offering reassurance during visits. These roles are about continuity and connection more than clinical support; if you’re used to agency shifts but want to focus on meaningful social care, this is a natural fit.

Pay and flexibility: you set your own fee and can review it with each family. Typical rates for companion care range from £18.80–£20 per hour; some carers prefer short visits at £18.80–£20 per hour while others offer live-in day cover at £145–£160 per day. You pick your hours and your service area — whether that’s central Eastside, parts of Hackney or nearby neighbourhoods such as Shoreditch, Hoxton, Custom House, Spitalfields, Haggerston and De Beauvoir Town — and PrimeCarers manages bookings, contracts, invoicing and payments so you can focus on care.

Who we’re looking for: experienced, reliable carers who want to move away from rigid rotas and agency admin. To join you need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one), and verifiable references. You’ll also need to confirm the practicalities of travel around Eastside and Hackney for your chosen service area.

How to apply: creating a profile takes minutes. Upload your details and references, complete verification and your profile typically goes live within days of checks being completed. Once live you can review client enquiries and accept the bookings that suit you. While you work, insurance is included through PrimeCarers and contracts and payments are handled for you.

If you’re an experienced carer wanting companionship work in Eastside—less travel between clients, more meaningful visits and the freedom to set your terms—this could be the change you’re looking for. Apply now and see the kinds of families looking for company around Eastside and Hackney.