PrimeCarers

Self-employed care roles

Dementia Carer Jobs in Penarth

Choose clients and hours — set your own rates £18.80–£22.50 per hour

  • Set your own rates — no agency cut
  • Choose your clients and your hours
  • Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
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Registering takes a few minutes · Most carers are live within days

Description

Work supporting people living with dementia in their own homes across Penarth. You’ll focus on patience, predictable routines and keeping things familiar so that clients can stay comfortable in the environment they know. This work suits carers who enjoy building long-term relationships and who understand how small details — a favourite mug, a regular walk or a steady bedtime routine — make a big difference. There is 1 family currently looking for care in the wider area.

These are ongoing self-employed opportunities covering Penarth and nearby towns including Grangetown, Barry, Weston Otmoor, Weston super Mare, Llantrisant and Cowbridge. You choose the clients you want to work with, the hours you take and the area you cover. PrimeCarers finds clients for you and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work. Many carers set rates within £18.80–£22.50 per hour depending on experience and the needs of the person they support.

Work typically involves companionship, supporting daily routines, prompting medication, assisting with personal care where needed, and using calming approaches if a client becomes distressed. You’ll be expected to keep records, communicate clearly with families and adapt routines as needs change. This role suits experienced carers who prefer the continuity of supporting someone at home rather than frequent short shifts.

Pay & flexibility
As a self-employed carer you set your own rates and hours. Typical ranges you may see on the platform include £18.80–£22.50 per hour for hourly care and £145–£161 per day for live‑in day rates. Choose part-time days, regular weekly calls or longer visits—what matters is what you agree with each family.

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of professional care experience, ideally with dementia support.
  • An Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange this).
  • The right to work in the UK and verifiable references.
  • Comfortable working independently and keeping clear records.

PrimeCarers is designed for carers who want more control than traditional agency work. You remain self-employed, pick the clients and hours that suit you, and we take care of the admin side so you can focus on care. Applying only takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

If you live in Penarth or the surrounding Vale of Glamorgan and want to make a real difference for people with dementia, set up a profile today and start choosing the work that fits your life.

What carers earn around Penarth

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 17 carers in the area

£18.80–£22.50 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 18 carers in the area

£17–£18.50 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 1212 carers in the area

£145–£161 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

Set your own rates

You’re self-employed and set your own rate. Many carers use £18.80–£22.50 per hour as a guide.

Flexible hours

Pick the clients and shifts that suit your life, from regular visits to a few hours a week.

Meaningful continuity

Build relationships with families and support familiar routines that really help people with dementia.

Admin & insurance covered

PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.

How it works

  1. 1

    Create your profile

    Apply online in minutes. Add your experience, availability and references so families can find you.

  2. 2

    Verify checks

    Provide an Enhanced DBS (we can help arrange one), right to work and references. Profiles typically go live within days of verification.

  3. 3

    Choose clients & start

    Browse introductions, agree terms directly with families and begin supporting people in Penarth and the Vale of Glamorgan.

Frequently asked questions

Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed. You set your rates, choose clients and manage how you work. PrimeCarers connects you with families and handles the admin around introductions, contracts and payments.

You need 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.

Yes. Insurance is included while you are working with a family through the platform. PrimeCarers also supports invoicing and contracts so you can focus on care.

Applying takes minutes and, after checks are verified, profiles typically go live within days. Demand varies by area and role, but many carers begin receiving introductions shortly after going live.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

Join the carers already working with families around Penarth through PrimeCarers. Set your rate, choose your clients, and let us handle the admin.