PrimeCarers

Self‑employed care opportunities

Companionship Carer Jobs in Llanrwst

Companionship roles from £15–£25 per hour — set your own rates, hours and area in Llanrwst

  • Set your own rates — 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 enjoy good conversation, outings and helping someone feel reassured at home, companionship care in Llanrwst could be the right fit. These ongoing self‑employed opportunities focus on company, shared hobbies, light household help and friendly presence rather than intensive personal care. New care jobs in the area are posted on PrimeCarers throughout the year.

Work is available across Llanrwst and nearby towns including Betws y Coed, Penmaenmawr, Llandudno Junction, Llanfairfechan, Deganwy and Colwyn Bay — many clients in Conwy and the surrounding area want carers who can offer regular visits, short daytime companionship or weekend support. You decide which clients, hours and service area suit you. Rates for companionship roles typically fall within £15–£25 per hour, with £15–£25 per hour for hourly care and £145–£160 per day for live‑in day rates, which you set yourself.

PrimeCarers connects you directly with families and manages the paperwork that slows you down. We handle client matching, contracts, invoicing and payments, and provide insurance while you work. That means you can focus on spending time with people who value your company instead of agency admin. Many carers who leave agency work tell us they appreciate the clearer relationships with families and the ability to arrange visits around life commitments.

This kind of role suits experienced carers who want more control and more meaningful time with clients. Typical companionship duties include having a cup of tea and a chat, accompanying someone on local walks or appointments, helping with light house tasks, prompting medication (where agreed) and supporting hobbies or outings. Visits are about reassurance, listening and gently encouraging independence.

To join PrimeCarers you need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. You remain self‑employed: set your own rates, choose your hours and accept the clients you want. Applying takes minutes and your profile normally goes live within days of verification.

If you already work across Conwy or live in Llanrwst and want a kinder way to work, create a profile and start choosing the companionship roles that suit you. You keep control; we take care of contracts, payments and insurance so you can give better company and support to the families who need it.

What carers earn around Llanrwst

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 3 carers in the area

£18.80–£19.80 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 3 carers in the area

£17.50–£17.80 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 691 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

Set your rates

You’re self‑employed so you choose what to charge and which bookings to accept.

Flexible hours

Pick your days, times and service area — work around family and other commitments.

More meaningful visits

Focus on companionship: conversations, outings and hobbies rather than rushed tasks.

Admin and insurance handled

PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoicing, payments and provides insurance while you work.

How it works

  1. 1

    Create your profile

    Apply online in minutes and tell families about your experience and availability.

  2. 2

    Get verified

    Submit ID, references and an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one). Profiles usually go live within days.

  3. 3

    Choose your work

    Pick clients and bookings that suit you. We handle contracts, payments and insurance so you can focus on care.

Frequently asked questions

You work as a self‑employed carer. That means you set your rates, choose clients and manage your own tax and National Insurance. PrimeCarers supports contracts, invoicing and payments between you and the family.

You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

PrimeCarers issues contracts and handles invoicing and payments on your behalf, so you receive payment without chasing families. Insurance is provided while you are working through the platform.

Companionship care is about conversation, reassurance, social visits, light household tasks and supporting hobbies or local trips. It’s ideal if you prefer spending time building relationships rather than completing heavily clinical tasks.

Applying takes minutes. After verification, profiles typically go live within days and you can begin connecting with families across Llanrwst, Conwy and nearby areas.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

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