Visiting Carer Jobs in Lerwick

Help people stay independent at home in Lerwick. As a visiting carer you’ll do daytime support visits — personal care, preparing meals, prompting or administering medication, helping with shopping and errands, and offering companionship. You’ll work with people living in their own homes across Lerwick and the surrounding area. New care jobs in the area are posted on PrimeCarers throughout the year.

PrimeCarers is an introductory platform that connects self‑employed carers directly with families. Carers set their own rates and choose their own clients, hours and service area. Typical roles sit within £15–£25 per hour, giving you the freedom to price your time and skills. If you’re used to agency rosters but want control over when you work and who you support, this model is designed for you.

What visiting care involves in Lerwick: the visits are usually daytime, from shorter 20–30 minute calls to longer hour‑long visits. Tasks commonly include:

• Personal care and support with washing, dressing and continence
• Meal preparation and assistance with eating
• Medication prompting or administration where required
• Shopping, errands and outing accompaniment
• Emotional support, conversation and encouraging independence

This work suits experienced carers who want more autonomy. You’ll get to choose clients who match your skills and availability. Many carers who join us from agency roles appreciate being able to plan their weeks around family life, study or other commitments. You can accept work in nearby areas such as Kirkwall, Thurso, Wick, Fraserburgh, Rosehearty and Brora if you wish.

PrimeCarers handles the admin so you can focus on care. We find clients, manage contracts, take care of invoicing and payments, and include insurance while you’re working on assignments arranged through the platform. You remain self‑employed and set your terms, with the flexibility to build a schedule that fits.

Requirements to join are straightforward: at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, verifiable references and an Enhanced DBS check — PrimeCarers can help arrange this if you need support. We’ll verify your documents and references, then publish your profile.

Applying only takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. If you’re ready to keep providing excellent daytime home care around Lerwick while taking back control of your hours and rates, create your PrimeCarers profile today and start choosing the work that suits you.