Companion Carer Jobs in Lewisham

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self‑employed companion carers with families across Lewisham and the surrounding parts of Greater London. Companion care here is about conversation, reassurance and gentle support: regular visits for company, trips into the community, shared hobbies and light help around the home to keep someone comfortable and connected. Right now, 147 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Companionship work typically involves spending quality time with people who value company more than clinical care. You might chat over tea, accompany a short walk, help with a hobby, or tidy up together after a meal. These roles suit carers who enjoy building relationships, have patience and empathy, and prefer predictable, person‑centred visits rather than clinical tasks.

As a self‑employed carer on PrimeCarers you choose your clients, hours and service area — whether that’s central Lewisham or nearby neighbourhoods such as Catford, Hither Green, Ladywell, Crofton Park, Lower Sydenham and Grove Park. You also set your own rates; typical bookings sit around £18.80–£21 per hour, with both hourly and live‑in options shown as £18.80–£21 per hour and £148–£164 per day on the platform.

PrimeCarers handles the business side so you can focus on care. We find clients, draw up contracts, manage invoicing and payments, and include insurance while you’re working through the platform. That means less admin for you and clear terms for families and carers alike.

To join we ask that you have at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange one if needed), the right to work in the UK and two verifiable references. If you’ve been working through agencies and are ready for more control over your working life, Lewisham is a great place to switch — local demand means you can pick the days and visits that suit you.

Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your documents and references, and once verified your profile typically goes live within days. From there you can browse suitable matches and accept only the clients you want to work with. Whether you’re based in Lewisham town centre or travel from a nearby area, PrimeCarers is built to make companionship work straightforward and sustainable for independent carers.

If you’re an experienced carer who values relationships and flexibility, register with PrimeCarers and start seeing companion opportunities across Lewisham and Greater London.