Private Carer Jobs in Melbourne

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self‑employed carers with families in Melbourne looking for reliable daytime, hourly home care. You’ll be supporting people in their own homes with personal care, meal preparation, medication prompts and errands — the familiar, varied work that suits carers who want meaningful hours and more control than agency rotas allow. You choose the clients you accept, the hours you work and the area you cover.

Right now, 8 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Typical daytime visits are hourly and focused on personal care, companionship and practical tasks. In Melbourne you might help someone get up and dressed, prepare a hot meal, pop in with their medication or pick up groceries for an afternoon visit. These roles suit experienced carers who value continuity and the chance to build relationships with the people they support. We also work across Derbyshire and nearby towns to give you more choices about where you work.

Pay and flexibility — Carers on PrimeCarers are self‑employed: you set your own rates, choose the clients you work with and manage your diary. Typical rates in the area are £18.50–£20.50 per hour. PrimeCarers finds clients for you and handles contracts, invoicing and payments; insurance is included while you are working with a client.

What we ask

• At least 1 year of professional care experience.
• An Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this).
• The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

If you’re used to agency life but want more say over where and when you work, PrimeCarers gives you that freedom while taking care of the paperwork and admin. You can cover Melbourne and surrounding areas like Ashby de la Zouch, Willington, Swadlincote, Shepshed, Ashby Woulds and Coalville, choosing daytime visits that suit your rhythm and commitments.

How to apply — It takes minutes to create a profile. Upload your details, evidence of experience and references, and we’ll guide you through verification. Profiles typically go live within days of checks being completed, and then you can start accepting bookings. PrimeCarers supports you with client introductions, contracts, invoicing and payments so you can focus on caring.

If you’re an experienced carer in Melbourne or elsewhere in Derbyshire who wants more control and straightforward support, this could be the next step in your care career. Apply now — it’s quick to get started and you remain fully self‑employed, choosing the work that fits you best.