Respite Carer Jobs in Laugharne

Respite care in Laugharne means giving family carers a reliable break — from a few hours of evening cover to a full weekend or a couple of days of short-term support. You’ll help people remain safe and comfortable in their own homes while their families rest, travel or recover from an intensive period of care. There is 1 family currently looking for care in the wider area.

This work suits experienced carers who want control over when and where they work. Many of our carers in Laugharne and across Carmarthenshire swap agency rotas for short-term respite shifts because they can choose the clients, hours and service area that fit their life. On PrimeCarers you are self-employed, you set your own rates and you pick the jobs you take. We handle finding clients, contracts, invoicing and payments, and insurance is included while you work. You could cover families in Laugharne and nearby towns such as St Clears, Kidwelly, Whitland, Carmarthen, Burry Port and Narberth.

Pay is flexible: carers set their own rates and the platform supports that. Typical rates for this kind of respite work fall in £15–£25 per hour. You’ll often see shifts billed in the range £15–£25 per hour for hourly care, and for longer live-in or overnight cover the typical day range is £145–£160 per day. How much you earn depends on the hours you take and the rates you set.

• Experience: At least 1 year of professional care experience.
• Checks: An Enhanced DBS is required; PrimeCarers can help arrange one if needed.
• Eligibility: The right to work in the UK and verifiable references are required.

Respite shifts vary — some families need a calm, dependable presence for a few hours; others ask for weekend relief or short stays that let a family member travel or rest. You may assist with personal care, medication prompts, companionship, meal preparation and gentle mobility support. Every booking includes clear job details so you know what’s expected before you accept.

Applying only takes minutes. Create a profile, add your experience and references, and once verified your profile typically goes live within days. PrimeCarers then connects you with families seeking respite cover in Laugharne and the surrounding area. If you’re ready for more control over your work and want to focus on short-term, meaningful care in Laugharne, join PrimeCarers and start choosing the shifts that suit you.