Dementia Support Carer Jobs in Old Coulsdon

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self‑employed carers with families in Old Coulsdon and the wider Croydon area who need calm, patient support for people living with dementia at home. This role is about keeping routines, encouraging familiarity and offering companionship — helping someone stay safe and settled in their own home in Old Coulsdon. You’ll work with clients who benefit from gentle prompts, consistent daily patterns and reassurance rather than rushed, clinical care.

Right now, 177 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

We help you focus on care while you stay in control. As a self‑employed carer on PrimeCarers you choose your own clients, hours and service area, setting the rates that suit you. Typical rates for dementia support here are £18.80–£20.10 per hour. PrimeCarers finds local families, manages contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance cover while you’re working so you can concentrate on the relationship with your client.

What the day‑to‑day looks like varies by person: supporting morning and evening routines, prompting meals and medication, helping with light personal care when required, using reminiscence and meaningful activities, and supervising safe mobility around the home. This role suits carers who are patient, observant and who work well within familiar routines. You don’t need to be medically trained to deliver this support, but you do need to be experienced in providing dignified, person‑centred care.

To join you must have 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 supports your profile verification so your listing can go live quickly — applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. We work across Old Coulsdon and nearby areas including Coulsdon, Kenley, Riddlesdown, Purley, Sanderstead and Selsdon.

Because you’re self‑employed you can accept only the clients and hours that fit your life. Whether you prefer short daytime visits, regular afternoon calls or longer live‑in arrangements, you set the boundaries. We do not advertise a single job here — this page promotes ongoing self‑employed opportunities for dementia support carers across Old Coulsdon and Croydon.

Ready to try a different way of working? Create a profile, complete verification and start connecting with families in Old Coulsdon who need compassionate dementia care. It’s straightforward, flexible and focused on real relationships rather than rota‑driven shifts.