For self-employed live-in carers

Live-in Carer Jobs in Gravelly Hill

Set your own rates (typically £145–£160 per day), choose clients and work with support from PrimeCarers

  • Set your own rates, with no agency cut
  • Choose your clients and your hours
  • Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
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Description

Live-in care in Gravelly Hill offers experienced carers the chance to work closely with a single client, supporting daily routines, companionship and personal care while based in their home. You will live with the person you support, follow agreed breaks and rotas, and be part of a steady, familiar day-to-day life rather than moving between short shifts. Right now, 111 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.

These ongoing self‑employed opportunities suit people who want stability and deeper relationships. Many carers travel from across the country for live‑in placements and find the role rewarding because you get to know a client’s rhythms, preferences and family. PrimeCarers helps you find local and national placements that match your skills and personal approach in Gravelly Hill and the wider West Midlands.

Pay and practicalities are flexible: carers on PrimeCarers set their own rates and choose their clients, hours and service area. Typical rates for roles like this sit around £145–£160 per day, with hourly and live‑in day ranges shown on your profile as £18.50–£20 per hour and £145–£160 per day so families know what to expect.

PrimeCarers takes care of the admin so you can focus on care. We find clients, manage contracts, handle invoicing and payments, and provide insurance while you work. You remain self‑employed and in control of how you work: you accept the clients and terms you want, and you can update your availability at any time. Applying takes minutes; profiles typically go live within days of verification.

This kind of role suits experienced carers who have patience, good communication and the ability to support someone across morning and evening routines, medication prompts, mobility assistance and emotional support. Live‑in work often involves household tasks, meal preparation and liaising with family or health professionals as needed.

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. You will also need to be comfortable living in someone else’s home for the duration of the placement and agreeing rest breaks with the client and family.

Gravelly Hill sits near communities such as Erdington, Stockland Green, Bromford, Ashted, Nechells and Birches Green, so we often match carers across neighbouring areas. If you’re considering leaving agency work or expanding your live‑in options, PrimeCarers gives you more control without leaving you to handle every detail alone.

If this sounds like the next step for you, create a profile, upload your ID and references and tell us about your live‑in experience. Our verification team will review your details and, once approved, your profile can start matching with families in Gravelly Hill and beyond.

What carers earn around Gravelly Hill

Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates. Typical ranges are based on what carers in the area currently charge.

Hourly care

Based on 396 carers in the area

£18.50–£20 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 330 carers in the area

£17–£18 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 2572 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

Set your own rates

You remain self‑employed and decide what to charge, with full visibility of £145–£160 per day for families.

Flexible hours

Choose the live‑in placements, hours and breaks that fit your life and working style.

Meaningful relationships

Live‑in roles let you build continuity of care and real connection with one person and their family.

Admin and insurance covered

PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.

How it works

  1. 1

    Create your profile

    Apply in minutes, add experience, ID and references and say you’re available for live‑in work.

  2. 2

    Get verified

    We check references and DBS; PrimeCarers can help arrange an Enhanced DBS if needed.

  3. 3

    Match and work

    Choose the clients you want to meet, agree terms and let PrimeCarers manage contracts and payments.

Common questions

Yes. Carers on PrimeCarers are self‑employed and set their own rates. PrimeCarers supports match‑making and handles the paperwork so you can focus on care.

Live‑in care means living with the client and supporting daily routines, personal care, meals and companionship. Breaks are agreed with the client and family and set out in the arrangement.

You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Once live you can review and accept matches in Gravelly Hill and nearby areas.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

Join the carers already working with families around Gravelly Hill through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.