Self-employed live-in carers wanted
Live-in Carer Jobs in Horsham
Set your own rates (typical £145–£160 per day), choose clients and work with families across Horsham and West Sussex
- 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
Looking for live-in care work in Horsham and the surrounding parts of West Sussex? PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers with families who need someone to live with a client and support daily routines around the clock, with agreed breaks. Live-in roles suit carers who want continuity of care and the chance to build trusting relationships while travelling for placements from across the country.
Right now, 98 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.As a self-employed carer on PrimeCarers you set your own rates and choose the clients, hours and service area that suit you. Many carers use PrimeCarers to find placements in Horsham and nearby towns such as Crawley, Cuckfield, Horley, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill and Dorking. We manage client introductions, contracts, invoicing and payments, and include insurance cover while you are working. That means you can focus on care, not paperwork.
The work is varied: supporting personal care, medication prompts, preparing meals, helping with mobility, companionship and keeping routines comfortable and familiar. Live-in care involves living in the client’s home and being available throughout the agreed care day, with regular, agreed breaks. Carers travel here from across the UK for live-in placements and bring the experience families value.
This style of work suits experienced professionals who prefer autonomy over rostered agency shifts. You will choose who you work with and negotiate terms directly as a self-employed carer. Typical pay reflects the level of responsibility and proximity of care — many carers list rates around £145–£160 per day. PrimeCarers gives you the platform to advertise your skills and connect with families looking for continuity and discretion.
To join you must have at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, verifiable references and an Enhanced DBS check. If you need help arranging an Enhanced DBS, PrimeCarers can assist. We also verify references and identity as part of getting your profile live.
Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your documents and set your availability: once verified, profiles typically go live within days. From there you can review client requests, accept placements that fit, and manage bookings. If you value clear terms, reduced admin and the freedom to set your own working pattern, live-in care through PrimeCarers in Horsham is worth a look.
If you’d like to find out more, start your profile today and see what live-in roles in Horsham could look like for you.
What carers earn around Horsham
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 81 carers in the area
£18.80–£21 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 58 carers in the area
£17–£19.10 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 2043 carers in the area
£145–£160 per day
Why join PrimeCarers for live-in work
You set your rates
Choose the rate that reflects your experience and responsibilities — many carers list rates around £145–£160 per day.
Flexible working
Select clients and hours that suit you. Live-in placements offer continuity and predictable routines.
Meaningful relationships
Provide consistent, personalised care and build strong relationships with the people you support.
Less admin, more care
We handle contracts, invoicing and payments, and provide insurance cover while you work.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Sign up in minutes, add your experience, DBS and references, and set the areas you’ll work in.
- 2
Get verified & go live
PrimeCarers checks documents and references. Profiles typically go live within days of verification.
- 3
Find and accept placements
Review client requests, agree terms and manage bookings while we handle contracts and payments.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. An Enhanced DBS check is required to join. If you don’t have one, PrimeCarers can help you arrange it as part of the verification process.
Absolutely. Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed: you set your own rates, choose clients, hours and your service area.
PrimeCarers finds clients, manages contracts, issues invoices and processes payments. Insurance is included while you are working on a placement.
No. Carers travel from across the country for live-in placements. Many choose placements in Horsham and nearby towns like Crawley, Cuckfield, Horley, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill and Dorking depending on preference.
Applying takes minutes. Once your documents and references are verified, profiles typically go live within days, so you can start reviewing requests quickly.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around Horsham through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
