Dementia Support Carer Jobs in Highampton

Work supporting people living with dementia in their own homes across Highampton and the surrounding Devon villages. This role is about patience, steady routines and helping someone keep familiar surroundings for as long as possible. You would be supporting everyday life: companionship, prompts for medication and appointments, gentle personal care where needed, keeping to routines and noticing small changes in mood or behaviour.

Right now, 3 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

These opportunities suit carers who value continuity and relationships over quick shifts. You’ll often work with the same family so patience, consistency and good observational skills matter. In Highampton you might travel a little between clients or work regular shorter visits; some carers also pick up longer live-in days. You set your availability, and choose the clients, hours and service area that fit your life.

Pay is flexible because carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates. Typical pay for this kind of work is £19–£20 per hour, and you can choose between hourly or live-in arrangements that suit you. PrimeCarers handles client introductions, contracts, invoicing and payments, and offers insurance while you work so you can focus on care.

To join you need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one) and verifiable references. If you already have a DBS, bring that to speed things up. Many experienced agency carers find the move to self-employed work gives them more control over hours, clients and pay while still keeping the practical support of a platform.

PrimeCarers will help you with the paperwork and client matching. Applying takes minutes and your profile typically goes live within days of verification. You’ll be able to work across Highampton and nearby towns such as Hatherleigh, Okehampton, Holsworthy, Ten Acres, Great Torrington and North Tawton, choosing the travel and shift patterns you prefer.

If you want to keep people with dementia living at home, with dignity and predictable routine, and you prefer the independence of self-employed work, this could be an ideal next step. Create your profile, upload references and DBS details, and start reviewing local client matches when your verification is complete.