Live-in Carer Jobs in Orpington

Live-in care means living with a client in their home and supporting daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks. On PrimeCarers you’ll meet families in Orpington who want consistent, experienced support — carers travel from across the country for live-in placements. Right now, 93 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.

These ongoing self-employed opportunities suit experienced carers who want to leave agency rotas and take control of their work. You pick your clients, set your own rates and choose the hours and service area that fit your life. Typical pay is shown on profiles: many carers use £18.80–£20 per hour for hourly work and £145–£160 per day for live-in day rates; overall roles on the platform fall in the range £145–£160 per day.

Live-in shifts usually involve helping with personal care, medication prompts, meal preparation, companionship, and supporting household routines. You’ll agree rest breaks during the placement and work with families to set boundaries and handovers. Placements are based in Orpington and nearby communities including Goddington, St Mary Cray, Derry Downs, Petts Wood, St Pauls Cray and Locksbottom — you’ll sometimes travel for longer placements if you choose to.

PrimeCarers handles the admin so you can focus on care. We find clients, manage contracts, invoicing and payments, and include insurance while you work. As a self-employed carer you remain in control of your diary, rates and where you’ll travel. Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

What we ask

• Experience: At least 1 year of professional care experience.
• Checks: An Enhanced DBS check is required — PrimeCarers can help you arrange one.
• Eligibility: The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

If you’re an experienced carer in Orpington or around Bromley ready for more control and clearer pay, creating a profile is quick. Join to see local live-in opportunities, message families directly and pick the placements that suit you.