Respite Carer Jobs in Old Ford

If you’re an experienced carer in Old Ford looking to move away from agency rotas, PrimeCarers connects you directly with families who need short-term and weekend respite cover. You’ll provide breaks that range from a few hours to a few days, helping family carers rest, run errands or take short breaks while keeping continuity of care for the person they support. Right now, 229 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite work in Old Ford often involves companionship, support with personal care, medication prompting, mobility assistance and light household tasks. Much of the work is evenings and weekends, but many families also need daytime or short-period live-in cover for planned respite. You’ll choose assignments that suit your skills and availability in Old Ford and across Tower Hamlets.

PrimeCarers is built for self-employed carers: you set your own rates, pick clients, decide your hours and define your service area. Typical pay is in the region of £18.80–£20 per hour with usual care rates of £18.80–£20 per hour and live-in day ranges of £145–£160 per day depending on the support required and your experience.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange this) and verifiable references. PrimeCarers handles client-finding, contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you’re working through the platform. That means less admin for you and more control over the work you accept.

Many carers who move from agency work to PrimeCarers value the clearer work-life balance: you can take regular weekend respite shifts only, accept short daytime bookings, or offer occasional live-in cover. Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. If you cover neighbouring areas, families often look for help in Bow, Hackney Wick, Bromley-by-Bow, Victoria Park, Mile End and South Hackney as well.

We’re advertising ongoing self-employed opportunities rather than a single post. If you prefer straightforward, flexible respite work in Old Ford, PrimeCarers lets you build a roster that fits your life while still doing the hands-on care you’re trained for. Ready to join? Create your profile and start choosing the families and hours that suit you.