Self-Employed Care Opportunities

Weekend Carer Jobs in Lewes

Choose your clients, hours and rates from £19–£20.70 per hour while supporting families with respite care

  • Set your own rates, with no agency cut
  • Choose your clients and your hours
  • Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
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Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days

Description

If you’re an experienced carer looking for flexible weekend and short-term respite care roles in Lewes and East Sussex, PrimeCarers connects you directly with families who need your support. Respite care is all about giving family carers a much-needed break — whether that’s for a few hours or a few days. This role suits carers who want autonomy over their work and the chance to make a real difference in their local community.

Working with PrimeCarers means you’re self-employed. You set your own rates, choose your clients, and decide your working hours and service area. Typical rates for respite care roles range from £19–£20.70 per hour, reflecting your experience and the flexibility you offer. Whether you prefer short visits or weekend stays, you can shape your schedule around your life.

Many of the families you’ll support are based not just in Lewes but also in nearby towns like Telscombe, Peacehaven, Newhaven, Brighton, Uckfield and Seaford. This variety means you can focus your work where it suits you best. PrimeCarers takes care of all the admin, including contracts, invoicing, payments, and insurance while you work — so you can concentrate on providing excellent care.

To join, you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (which we can help you arrange if needed), the right to work in the UK, and verifiable references. Our application process takes just minutes, and profiles typically go live within days of verification, so you can start connecting with families quickly.

Whether you’re currently with an agency or working independently, PrimeCarers offers a straightforward way to expand your client base and enjoy the freedom of self-employment without the hassle of paperwork or chasing payments.

Right now, 7 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

If you’re ready to take control of your care work and support local families in Lewes and East Sussex with respite care, apply today. It only takes a few minutes to create your profile and start receiving enquiries from families who need your help.

What carers earn around Lewes

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 63 carers in the area

£19–£20.70 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 47 carers in the area

£17–£20 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 1980 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why Work with PrimeCarers?

Set Your Own Rates

You decide what to charge within the typical range of £19–£20.70 per hour to reflect your skills and availability.

Flexible Hours

Choose when and where you work, from a few hours to full weekend stays, fitting care around your lifestyle.

Make a Real Difference

Provide vital respite care that supports families in Lewes and nearby communities like Telscombe and Peacehaven.

Insurance and Support

We handle contracts, payments and provide insurance while you’re working — so you’re protected every step of the way.

How to Get Started

  1. 1

    Create Your Profile

    Apply online in minutes by sharing your experience, references and right to work in the UK.

  2. 2

    Get Verified

    We’ll help arrange your Enhanced DBS check if needed and verify your details quickly.

  3. 3

    Start Connecting

    Once approved, your profile goes live and families in Lewes and East Sussex can contact you directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. PrimeCarers works exclusively with self-employed carers who set their own rates and choose their clients and hours.

You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check, the right to work in the UK, and verifiable references.

Absolutely. You decide your service area, whether that’s Lewes itself or nearby towns like Newhaven, Brighton, Uckfield, or Seaford.

PrimeCarers handles all invoicing and payments for you. You receive payments directly after the family pays, with insurance included while you work.

Applying takes just a few minutes. After verification, your profile usually goes live within days, so you can start receiving enquiries quickly.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

Join the carers already working with families around Lewes through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.