Respite Carer Jobs in Eccles

Respite care in Eccles means supporting families with short‑term cover — from a few hours to a few days, including weekend stays and night cover. You’ll work directly with local families to give primary carers a break, helping with personal care, companionship, medication prompts and household support. Many of the shifts are in and around Eccles and greater Manchester, and they suit carers who want flexible, varied work. Right now, 26 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

This work suits experienced, professional carers who want to move away from agency restrictions. As a self‑employed carer on PrimeCarers you set your own rates and choose your clients, hours and service area. Typical rates are in the range £18.50–£20 per hour. You can list hourly and live‑in availability using £18.50–£20 per hour for hourly care and £145–£160 per day for live‑in day rates, and update them whenever you like.

Typical respite tasks include helping with washing and dressing, supporting mobility, preparing meals, sitting with someone while the family takes a short break, providing companionship and following care plans. Shifts are often short notice, weekend or overnight, so being reliable, calm and adaptable is key. Many carers choose to cover Eccles and nearby areas such as Pendlebury, Swinton, Salford, Worsley, Stretford and Chorlton.

PrimeCarers supports self‑employed carers by finding clients and handling the paperwork: we manage contracts, invoicing and payments, and provide insurance while you’re working on a booking. That means you can focus on care without agency-style rota obligations.

• Who can apply: at least 1 year of professional care experience.
• Checks and references: an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one) and verifiable references are required.
• Right to work: you must have the right to work in the UK.

Applying takes minutes: create a profile, upload your ID and references, and we’ll verify you. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and then you can start choosing bookings in Eccles and the surrounding area. If you’re used to agency life but want more control over your time, rates and who you work with, PrimeCarers is built for carers like you.

If you’re ready to offer short‑term and weekend respite across Eccles and nearby towns, set up your profile and start reviewing local requests in minutes.