Weekend Carer Jobs in Featherstone

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers with families in Featherstone who need short-term and weekend respite — from a couple of hours to a few days. You’ll be offering relief to family carers, helping with personal care, companionship, medication prompts, short-term live-in stays and practical support while the usual carer rests or is away. Right now, 15 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

These roles suit confident carers who want flexibility and respect for their skills. Many of our carers choose shifts around childcare, other work or study. You set your own hours, choose clients in Featherstone and nearby areas and can opt for weekend-only work or a mix of days and nights. The typical pay sits around £18.50–£20 per hour, with more detail on £18.50–£20 per hour for hourly care and £145–£160 per day for longer live-in days.

PrimeCarers handles the admin so you can focus on caring. Families are introduced to you, and we manage contracts, invoicing and payments. While you work on a PrimeCarers placement, insurance is included. You remain self-employed: you set your own rates, choose clients, hours and service area, and you invoice through the platform.

What you'll do day-to-day: practical personal care, supporting mobility, preparing simple meals, companionship, supporting routines, short-term live-in cover for a few nights and communicating clearly with family carers about needs and changes. Shifts can be short weekend blocks or cover that stretches a few days — whatever suits the family and you.

Who we're looking for: at least one year of professional care experience, verifiable references, the right to work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS check. If you need an Enhanced DBS, PrimeCarers can help arrange one. You'll also need to be able to travel around Featherstone and nearby towns such as Pontefract, Normanton, Castleford, Hemsworth, Knottingley and Brierley when you choose to.

Applying takes minutes: create a profile, upload references and DBS, and once verified your profile typically goes live within days. You remain in control — accept only the bookings you want, and agree hours and duties directly with the family through the platform. If you’re used to agency patterns but want more control and clearer pay, PrimeCarers is built for carers like you who want respectful work and genuine flexibility in Featherstone and across West Yorkshire.

Ready to explore weekend respite work in Featherstone? Create your profile and start choosing the bookings that suit you.