Live-in Care Assistant Jobs in Plaistow

Live-in care in Plaistow means you live with a client in their home to support daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks. Many carers move into placements from across the country to offer stable, person-centred support for older people and those with long-term needs in Plaistow and the surrounding area. Right now, 117 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.

This work suits experienced, compassionate carers who want greater control than agency life usually allows. As a self-employed carer on PrimeCarers you choose your own clients, hours and service area, and you set your own rates — typical roles fall within £145–£160 per day depending on needs and experience. Live-in work can be a steady way to build strong relationships and provide continuity of care in Plaistow, Newham and nearby communities.

What live-in care involves:

• Living with the client in their home and supporting morning, evening and overnight needs, with agreed daily breaks.
• Practical help such as personal care, medication prompts, meals, companionship and supporting routines.
• Person-centred approach — promoting independence, dignity and daily rhythm rather than task-driven visits.

Who this is for: carers with at least one year of professional care experience who want more control over their working life than traditional agency roles offer. You must have the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one) and verifiable references. Many carers who join us are looking to escape restrictive rotas and low transparency, preferring the predictability and deeper relationships of live-in placements across Plaistow, Upton Park, Canning Town and beyond.

Pay and practical details: as a self-employed carer you set your own rates. Typical hourly and day ranges are shown on your profile as £18.80–£20 per hour for hourly care and £145–£160 per day for live-in days. PrimeCarers finds clients for you, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you work — so you keep control without the admin burden.

How to apply: creating a profile takes minutes. Add your experience, references and right-to-work details and PrimeCarers will verify your information — profiles usually go live within days. Many Plaistow carers travel short distances for placements, while others travel from further afield for live-in roles; if you want to work around Plaistow, Upton Park, Canning Town, East Ham, West Ham, Forest Gate and Leamouth and other nearby towns, you can set your service area and choose only the clients that suit you.