Self‑employed live‑in roles
Live-in Care Assistant Jobs in Highcliffe
Set your own rates, choose clients and hours — typical rates £148–£165 per day
- Set your own rates — no agency cut
- Choose your clients and your hours
- Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days
Description
PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers with live-in placements in Highcliffe and the surrounding Dorset coast. Live-in work means living with a client in their home and supporting daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks — many carers travel from across the country for these roles. Right now, 102 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.
Typical live-in pay is flexible and varies by placement. Many carers use £19–£23 per hour for hourly care and £148–£165 per day for live-in days; on PrimeCarers carers set their own rates and choice of clients, so many aim for £148–£165 per day depending on experience and the level of care required. You won’t be tied to one rota: you pick the hours and service area that suit you.
Live-in care suits practical, experienced carers who are comfortable making a house a workplace and who enjoy one-to-one support. Day-to-day responsibilities often include personal care, mealtime support, medication reminders, companionship and help with mobility and routines. You’ll agree breaks and time off with the family up front so duties are clear.
PrimeCarers handles the time-consuming bits: we find clients, draft contracts, manage invoicing and payments, and provide insurance while you work. That leaves you free to focus on care and on choosing the placements that suit your lifestyle.
Requirements to register are straightforward: at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK, and verifiable references. If you’re currently working with an agency and thinking of going self-employed, PrimeCarers supports the change with clear paperwork and ongoing admin support.
Highcliffe is well placed for carers who want to work near the coast or in nearby towns such as New Milton, Christchurch, Lymington, Ringwood, Ferndown and Lyndhurst. Carers travel from across the country for placements in Dorset, and many build a sustainable workload by combining local and longer-term live-in bookings.
Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your DBS and references, and once verified profiles typically go live within days. If you want to discuss live-in work or get help with checks, our team will guide you through each step.
Ready to choose your next placement in Highcliffe? Sign up, set your rates and start seeing compatible clients — the whole process is designed for experienced carers who want control and clarity.
What carers earn around Highcliffe
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 33 carers in the area
£19–£23 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 21 carers in the area
£17.20–£20 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 1223 carers in the area
£148–£165 per day
Why carers choose PrimeCarers
You set your rate
Self‑employed carers set their own rate, choose clients and work the hours that suit them. Many aim for £148–£165 per day.
Flexible hours
Pick live‑in or hourly work, agree breaks and time off with families and shape your own schedule.
Meaningful one‑to‑one care
Live‑in placements let you build relationships and provide consistent, personalised support.
Admin and insurance handled
PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Sign up in minutes, add your experience, DBS and references. We can help arrange an Enhanced DBS if needed.
- 2
Get matched to clients
Choose from compatible live‑in placements in Highcliffe and nearby areas. Review client details and agree terms before committing.
- 3
Start placements
PrimeCarers handles contracts and payments so you can begin work with insurance cover in place.
Frequently asked questions
Live‑in care means you live in the client’s home and support their daily life, including personal care, mobility help, meals and companionship. Breaks and days off are agreed with the family in advance.
Carers remain self‑employed: you set your rates, choose clients and manage your working pattern. PrimeCarers finds clients, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you work.
You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
Applying takes minutes. Once your documents are verified, profiles typically go live within days so you can start seeing matches soon after.
Yes. Many carers travel from across the country for live‑in placements in Highcliffe and Dorset, depending on the match and duration of the placement.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Highcliffe through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
