Companionship Carer Jobs in Penge

PrimeCarers connects self‑employed carers in Penge with families who mostly need company and reassurance. If you enjoy conversation, local outings and supporting people to stay active at home, this is a flexible way to work without agency rotas. You choose who you work with, when and where; PrimeCarers finds the clients and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.

Right now, 210 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Companionship care in Penge and nearby Bromley focuses on time together rather than intimate personal care. Typical tasks include sitting and chatting, supporting hobbies and pastimes, planning and going on short outings, prompt meal companionship, light domestic help (making a hot drink, tidying up, collecting shopping) and offering reassurance for someone living alone. You’ll be helping people maintain independence and feel less isolated — small visits can make a big difference.

This role suits experienced carers who prefer predictable, relationship‑led work: people leaving agency life, part‑time workers, or those building a local client list. You set your own rates and availability, often in the range of £18.80–£20 per hour, and choose clients who fit the hours and area you want to cover. Many carers use their local knowledge across Penge and neighbouring towns such as Anerley, Sydenham, Upper Norwood, Crystal Palace, Elmers End and South Norwood to find the right matches.

PrimeCarers supports the practical side so you can focus on care. We arrange client introductions, manage contracts and invoices, and process payments. Insurance is included while you’re working through the platform. You remain self‑employed: you control the work you accept and the hours you do.

To join you’ll 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. We verify documents quickly; applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification. You’ll be able to list the neighbourhoods you cover in and around Penge and Bromley, and update your availability as it suits you.

If you want companionship‑focused care that values conversation, outings and building trusting relationships, creating a PrimeCarers profile is a straightforward next step. Apply now to start meeting local clients who value companionship and reassurance in Penge, on terms that work for you.