Respite Carer Jobs in Melbourne

PrimeCarers links experienced, self‑employed carers with families in and around Melbourne who need short‑term support. Respite care can be a few hours in the evening, a weekend of cover or a few days to give a family carer a proper break. You’ll work directly with families, choosing the clients, times and areas that suit you while keeping the flexibility you value.
Right now, 4 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite work in Melbourne suits carers who want variety and control. Typical tasks include supporting mobility, helping with personal care, preparing meals, prompting medication, companionship and keeping someone safe and engaged while their usual carer rests. Roles can be daytime, evening or short overnight stays — and may lead to regular short‑term bookings if both parties choose to repeat them.

As a self‑employed carer on PrimeCarers you set your own rates and keep control of your diary. Many carers advertise in the range £19–£21 per hour and choose whether to offer hourly care (£19–£21 per hour) or live‑in day rates (£148–£161.50 per day). PrimeCarers finds clients, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance cover while you work, so you can focus on care rather than admin.

This work is a good fit if you have at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. Families are looking for experienced, reliable people who can step in with short notice and deliver calm, compassionate support.

PrimeCarers is actively building a network of respite carers across Melbourne and nearby towns such as Ashby de la Zouch, Willington, Swadlincote, Shepshed, Ashby Woulds and Coalville. You choose your service area and the hours you want to accept. Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

We’re advertising ongoing self‑employed opportunities for respite care in Melbourne and across Derbyshire. If you’re used to agency life but want greater control over pay, clients and schedule, this could be the next step without losing the security of arranged bookings and invoicing support.

How to apply: Create your PrimeCarers profile, confirm your experience and checks, and choose the hours and areas you want to cover. Families contact you through the platform — you always decide which bookings to accept. Profiles are quick to set up and PrimeCarers will guide you through verification so you can start offering respite cover as soon as possible.