Self-employed carers wanted
Respite Carer Jobs in Ebbw Vale
Choose shifts, set your own pay — typical rates £19–£22 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
We’re looking for experienced, self-employed respite carers around Ebbw Vale to provide short-term cover for families who need a break — from a few hours at the weekend to a couple of days away. Respite work on PrimeCarers focuses on giving family carers reliable, compassionate support while keeping the person they care for comfortable and safe in their own home. Ebbw Vale is at the heart of the area we serve, with opportunities close to local communities and towns you already know.
New care jobs in the area are posted on PrimeCarers throughout the year.Respite shifts are varied: night sits, daytime cover, weekend stays and occasional multi-day breaks. This role suits people who enjoy flexible work, want control over the hours they take, and can build short-term trusting relationships with families. You’ll work across Ebbw Vale and surrounding areas in Blaenau Gwent, meeting a mix of needs from companionship and personal care to supporting daily routines.
Pay and flexibility: Carers set their own pay and choose the work they accept — typical rates are £19–£22 per hour. You decide which clients to work with, which hours to take and the service area you cover. PrimeCarers brings the clients to you, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and includes insurance while you work.
Who we’re looking for
- At least 1 year of professional care experience.
- An Enhanced DBS — PrimeCarers can help arrange this if you need support.
- The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
If you’re an experienced carer thinking about moving away from agency rotas, PrimeCarers offers a straightforward alternative where you keep control over your work-life balance. You’ll get the variety of respite work without having to find clients yourself or chase payments.
How to apply
Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your documents and references, and we’ll verify your details. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, so you can start choosing short-term and weekend shifts in Ebbw Vale and beyond — including Tredegar, Brynmawr, Blaina, Tafarnaubach, Abertillery and Crickhowell. We support you through the checks and help connect you with families looking for reliable respite cover.
PrimeCarers is about trusted, flexible care that fits around your life. If you want to keep caring on your terms in Ebbw Vale and the surrounding area, this could be the right next step.
What carers earn around Ebbw Vale
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 14 carers in the area
£19–£22 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 13 carers in the area
£17–£21.70 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 1402 carers in the area
£145.50–£161.50 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
Set your own rates
You’re self-employed and choose your pay. Many carers set rates around £19–£22 per hour.
Flexible hours
Pick the shifts you want — short breaks, weekend cover or a few days’ respite.
Meaningful short-term work
Provide essential relief for family carers while building trusting, supportive relationships.
We handle the admin
PrimeCarers finds clients, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Sign up and tell us about your experience. Applying takes minutes.
- 2
Verify checks
Provide DBS and references. PrimeCarers can help arrange an Enhanced DBS if needed.
- 3
Start choosing work
Profiles usually go live within days of verification — then pick respite shifts in Ebbw Vale and nearby towns.
Common questions
Respite care means short-term support for families — from a few hours to a few days. It can include companionship, personal care, medication prompts and supporting daily routines, all in the client’s home. Respite on PrimeCarers is arranged directly with families who need reliable cover.
As a self-employed carer you set your own rates when you create your profile. Typical hourly-care ranges are shown to help you decide what to charge, and many carers use local rates and experience to guide them.
We ask for at least 1 year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK, and verifiable references before profiles go live.
PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments on your behalf. Insurance is included while you work on the platform, giving you support while you provide care.
Yes. Carers choose their service area, so you can accept work in Ebbw Vale and nearby communities such as Tredegar, Brynmawr, Blaina, Tafarnaubach, Abertillery and Crickhowell, and elsewhere in Blaenau Gwent if you wish.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Ebbw Vale through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
