Respite Carer Jobs in Evesham

Respite care in Evesham means short-term, practical support that gives family carers a proper break — from a couple of hours to a few days. You’ll be helping people stay comfortable and safe at home: companionship, personal care, medication prompts, light household help and planned weekend or holiday cover. Right now, 9 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

These ongoing, self-employed opportunities suit experienced carers who want control over their work. Many of our carers prefer weekend shifts or short blocks of cover that slot around family or other work. You set your own rates and choose the clients, hours and service area you accept. PrimeCarers finds you clients and handles the contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.

Pay and flexibility: Rates vary by carer and assignment. Typical pay for respite work is £18.80–£21.50 per hour. You decide how much to charge and which jobs fit your diary. For reference, typical ranges you might see on profiles include £18.80–£21.50 per hour for hourly care and £145–£160 per day for live-in day rates.

Who this suits: If you have at least one year of professional care experience and want to step away from fixed rota agency work, this could be for you. Respite shifts are ideal for people who enjoy building short-term relationships, adapting to different homes and giving reliable, predictable support when families need a break.

Requirements to join include at least 1 year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. We verify documentation quickly: applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

Most of our work in Worcestershire centres around Evesham and the surrounding communities; you may find families across Evesham and nearby towns such as Pershore, Chipping Campden, Greet, Alcester, Winchcombe and Tewkesbury. Being clear about the areas you’ll cover helps match you with the right short-term assignments.

How to apply: create a profile, add your experience and references, and choose your availability. PrimeCarers will guide you through verification, then introduce you to families looking for compassionate, experienced respite carers. These listings are ongoing opportunities for self-employed carers — not a single advertised post — so you can keep control of your diary while building regular short-term work in and around Evesham.