Weekend Carer Jobs in Richmond

Weekend respite carers in Richmond — help give family carers a break with short-term and weekend cover, from a few hours to a few days. PrimeCarers connects you directly with local families and handles contracts, invoicing and payments, with insurance included while you work.
Right now, 231 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

What the role involves: respite care is about safe, trusted short-term support. Typical duties include companionship, assistance with personal care, medication prompting, supporting short outings and light household tasks. Shifts are usually daytime or overnight at weekends and can range from a couple of hours to multi-day cover depending on the family's needs. You will be matching to families who need a reliable, experienced carer to step in when their regular carer needs a break.

Who this suits: this is a good fit for experienced, professional carers who want more control than agency work offers. If you have at least 1 year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK and verifiable references, you can apply. An Enhanced DBS is required; PrimeCarers can help arrange one if you need it. Many carers who join want flexible weekend work around other commitments or to build up regular short-term bookings in Richmond and the surrounding area.

Pay and flexibility: carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed, set their own rates and choose their own clients, hours and service area. Typical rates for respite roles fall into £18.80–£20.50 per hour. PrimeCarers finds clients, manages contracts and handles invoicing and payments so you can focus on caring. You remain in control of your diary and can accept or decline each booking.

Where you could be working: roles are based across Richmond and nearby communities such as St Margarets, Isleworth, Petersham, Kew, North Sheen and Eel Pie Island. Many families look for local weekend cover in Richmond upon Thames and the nearby suburbs.

How to apply: the application takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your references and evidence of experience, and we’ll guide you through ID checks and DBS if needed. Profiles typically go live within days of verification. If you want short-term, meaningful weekend work that fits around your life, this is a straightforward way to start finding clients in Richmond.