Hourly Care Assistant Jobs in Ferryhill

PrimeCarers connects self-employed carers with families in Ferryhill and the surrounding Durham area for daytime hourly visits. Work with people in their own homes, supporting with personal care, meals, medication prompts, shopping and local errands, plus friendly companionship and practical help to keep people independent. Right now, 9 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

These are ongoing self-employed opportunities across Ferryhill rather than a single specific role. You set who you work for, which hours you accept and the area you cover — many carers choose to work across Ferryhill and nearby towns such as Spennymoor, Sedgefield, Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland, Shildon and Greater Willington. You set your own rates and choose the work that fits your life; typical pay for these roles is £18.50–£20 per hour.

Hourly home care visits are usually daytime shifts: short calls, longer support sessions or several visits across a day, depending on each client's needs. Tasks often include supporting washing and dressing, preparing meals, helping with medication reminders, light domestic tasks and shopping, and getting clients out for appointments or short walks. If you prefer predictable daytime work and value getting to know the same people, these roles suit experienced carers who want more control than agency routines typically allow.

PrimeCarers handles the paperwork so you can focus on care. We introduce you to families, manage contracts, invoicing and payments, and provide insurance while you are working. You remain self-employed at all times: you choose which clients to accept, which hours to work and set your own rates and service area.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. An Enhanced DBS check is required; PrimeCarers can help arrange one if you don’t already have it. Applying takes minutes and your profile typically goes live within days of verification.

If you’re used to agency shifts but want predictable daytime visits, more control over pay and clearer paperwork, PrimeCarers in Ferryhill could be the change you’re looking for. Start your profile from home and be ready to choose the clients and hours that suit you.