Respite Carer Jobs in Hounslow

Looking after someone can be rewarding and exhausting. On PrimeCarers you can offer respite cover in Hounslow and the surrounding area — short-term and weekend support that gives family carers a break, from a few hours to a few days. You’ll work directly with families as a self-employed carer, choosing the clients and hours that suit you.

Right now, 204 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite shifts vary: companionship, personal care, medication prompting, meal support and household help for people living at home in Hounslow and nearby communities such as Lampton, Whitton, Osterley, Heston, Isleworth and St Margarets. Many families need help for a single weekend, an occasional evening or a short block of days while a relative recovers. This role suits experienced carers who want flexibility and control over the work they accept, and who value working closely with families rather than through large rotas.

Pay is set by you — carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates. Typical pay falls within £18.80–£20.60 per hour, and you decide whether you prefer short hourly visits or longer live-in days. PrimeCarers finds you clients and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work. That means less admin for you and clear, timely payments for the care you provide.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check and verifiable references. PrimeCarers can help arrange an Enhanced DBS if you don’t already have one. You’ll also set the area you cover — most carers choose to work across Hounslow and neighbouring parts of Greater London to keep travel manageable.

Applying takes minutes: create a profile, add your experience and references, and submit documents for verification. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and then families can contact you directly to arrange short-term or weekend respite cover. The platform supports you with clear terms and secured payments so you can focus on caring.

If you’re an experienced carer based in Hounslow looking for straightforward, flexible respite work that fits your life, PrimeCarers is designed for you. Set your hours, choose your clients and provide meaningful short-term support to families who need a break.