Respite Carer Jobs in New Frankley

Looking for flexible respite care work in New Frankley and the surrounding parts of Worcestershire? PrimeCarers connects self-employed carers with families needing short-term and weekend cover — from a couple of hours to a few days. You’ll mainly be supporting family carers who need a reliable break: sitting visits, day support, overnight or short live-in stays, companionship and hands-on personal care where needed. Right now, 24 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite work suits experienced carers who prefer variety and control. Many carers on PrimeCarers cover weekends, school holidays or regular short blocks so family carers can run errands, take a short break or manage appointments. Shifts commonly include personal care, medication prompts, meal assistance and companionship; you’ll always agree duties with the family before you start.

Carers on our site are self-employed: you choose your clients, your hours and your service area, and you set your own rates. Typical pay for this kind of role is £18.50–£20 per hour; you may see roles quoted within £18.50–£20 per hour for shorter visits or £145–£160 per day for live-in day rates. PrimeCarers finds clients, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you work.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one) and verifiable references. We’ll guide you through verification — applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of checks being completed.

New Frankley is central to several nearby communities, so you can pick jobs that suit your travel and availability. Many carers cover areas including Rubery, Gannow Green, Rednal, Frankley, Turves Green and Longbridge. If you’re used to agency work but want to choose who you work with and when, this could be a simpler, more flexible way to work in and around New Frankley.

How it works is straightforward: create a profile, list your experience and preferences, and PrimeCarers will introduce you to families looking for short-term respite cover. You always accept or decline; you never have to take on a shift you don’t want. If you’d like more flexibility, a clearer schedule and direct relationships with families while keeping the administrative side managed, PrimeCarers is built for that.

Ready to find respite care assignments in New Frankley? Start your profile and you could be visible to families across New Frankley and neighbouring areas within days.