Flexible respite shifts near you
Respite Carer Jobs in New Addington
Self-employed carers set their own rates — typical pay from £18.80–£21 per hour. Choose short breaks, weekend or live-in respite.
- Set your own rates — no agency cut
- Choose your clients and your hours
- Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days
Description
Looking for short-term and weekend respite care work in New Addington? PrimeCarers connects self-employed carers directly with families who need cover for a few hours, overnight or for a few days so family carers can take a break. Work can include companion visits, personal care, medication prompting, night sits or short stays — all arranged around the needs of the household and the availability of the carer. Croydon families often look for reliable local cover at short notice. Right now, 122 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.
These opportunities are ongoing and flexible rather than a single assignment. Respite care suits experienced carers who want to move away from agency rotas — perhaps you want more control over which families you support, or to take on weekend blocks and short stays. In New Addington you’ll meet households who value continuity and trusted relationships, and many assignments are within easy reach of neighbouring areas like Forestdale, Addington, Coney Hall, West Wickham, Selsdon and Keston.
As a PrimeCarers carer you’re self-employed and you set your own rates and availability. Typical pay sits around £18.80–£21 per hour depending on the type of care and hours; you can choose shorter hourly visits or longer live-in arrangements. For reference, see £18.80–£21 per hour for hourly care and £148–£165 per day for live-in days. PrimeCarers finds families, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and includes insurance while you work — so you can focus on caring and on choosing the clients and hours that suit you.
To join we ask for a minimum of one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this if needed), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. You don’t need to commit to a fixed rota: many carers pick up weekend bookings, short respite stays or ad-hoc cover to top up their work alongside other commitments. New Addington carers often build a mix of regular clients and occasional blocks of respite cover.
Applying takes minutes and your profile typically goes live within days of verification. Once verified you can browse and accept requests, agree your rates and work only with families you want to support. If you’re ready to offer short-term or weekend respite around New Addington, create a profile and start choosing the kind of care that fits your life and experience.
What carers earn around New Addington
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 621 carers in the area
£18.80–£21 per hour
Overnight care
Based on 548 carers in the area
£17–£19.60 per hour
Live-in care
Based on 1295 carers in the area
£148–£165 per day
Why work with PrimeCarers in New Addington
Set your own rates
You’re self-employed and choose what to charge and when to work. Many carers use £18.80–£21 per hour as a guide.
Total schedule control
Pick clients, hours and service area. Take on short visits, weekend blocks or longer respite stays.
Meaningful respite work
Help family carers recharge by providing compassionate short-term cover — companionship, personal care and support.
Contracts & insurance handled
PrimeCarers finds clients, manages contracts, invoicing and payments, and includes insurance while you work.
How it works
- 1
Create your profile
Apply online in minutes, list your experience and availability and set your rates.
- 2
Verify documents
Provide ID, references and an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one). Verification usually completes within days.
- 3
Choose & start work
We match you with families seeking respite in New Addington and nearby areas; accept bookings that fit your life.
Frequently asked questions
Respite care is short-term support that gives family carers a break. That can be a few hours of daytime help, an overnight sit or a few days of cover. Tasks vary by household but commonly include companionship, help with personal care, prompting medication and light household support.
No. Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed. You set your own rates, choose clients and decide your hours and service area.
We require at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help organise this), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
You set your own rates and many carers use £18.80–£21 per hour as a guide. Pay varies by assignment and whether it’s hourly or live-in; see £18.80–£21 per hour for hourly care and £148–£165 per day for live-in days.
Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. Once live you can start accepting requests for respite cover in New Addington and surrounding towns.
Ready to start earning on your own terms?
Join the carers already working with families around New Addington through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.
