Respite Carer Jobs in Edgware

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers with families in Edgware and nearby areas looking for short-term and weekend respite cover. You’ll support family carers by providing breaks that can be as short as a few hours or as long as a few days — companionship, personal care, medication prompting and overnight or live-in relief when needed. You choose the work you take on and how much you want to do.

Right now, 140 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite suits carers who value variety and control: single evening sits, weekend blocks, short daytime shifts, or a few nights of live-in relief. Families ask for dependable, skilled help who can arrive ready to step in with dignity and discretion. Pay is set by you — many carers on the platform charge within £19–£21.30 per hour depending on the support required.

PrimeCarers is designed for people who want to move away from traditional agency structures but keep the security of a simple admin system. Carers are self-employed, set their own rates, and choose their clients, hours and service area. We find clients, handle contracts, invoicing and payments, and provide insurance while you work.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. If you already have an up-to-date DBS and references, the profile checks are straightforward. Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. We work with carers based in Edgware and nearby neighbourhoods including The Hale, Mill Hill, Burnt Oak, Grahame Park, Colindale and The Hyde; many of our matches also extend into Enfield for weekend cover.

Because roles are arranged directly between you and families via the platform, you control your availability and the type of respite you offer. You’ll manage your diary, accept the clients who suit you and negotiate any additional support needs. PrimeCarers keeps the paperwork light — we take care of contracts, payments and invoicing so you can focus on care.

This page is advertising ongoing self-employed opportunities across Edgware, not a single post. If you’re an experienced carer who wants more autonomy, predictable admin and meaningful short-term work supporting family carers, creating a profile is the next step. Apply in minutes; once verified your profile can start attracting matches within days.