Weekend Carer Jobs in Saxmundham

Looking for short-term or weekend respite work in Saxmundham? These roles help family carers take a break — from a few hours of companionship and personal care to overnight stays or a few days' cover. Work can involve supporting with mobility, personal care, medication prompts, light household tasks and being a calm presence for people in their own homes across Saxmundham and surrounding villages.
Right now, 2 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

This type of work suits experienced carers who want freedom and reliable, local bookings. On PrimeCarers you work as a self-employed carer: you set your own hours, choose the clients you accept and map the area you cover. You can work just weekends or mix short weekend shifts with occasional weekday respite. PrimeCarers finds clients, manages contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you work, so you can focus on care.

Pay varies by client and role. Many carers set rates in line with local expectations — typical pay is £19–£22 per hour — and you decide what you charge. There are also options for hourly or live-in arrangements shown on client requests (see £19–£22 per hour and £145–£160 per day where applicable). Because you set your own rates and schedule, you can build a pattern of weekend work that suits your life.

To join you need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check and verifiable references. PrimeCarers can help arrange an Enhanced DBS if you need one. You will be asked to supply references and ID during verification; profiles typically go live within days once checks are complete.

Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, upload your references and DBS (or ask for help to arrange one), and we'll start introducing you to families looking for respite cover. You can accept or decline each request and keep full control over which bookings you take. Work opportunities are available across Saxmundham and nearby Leiston, Framlingham, Aldeburgh, Dunwich, Orford and Halesworth in Suffolk.

If you're ready to move away from agency rota constraints and want to prioritise weekend respite work, PrimeCarers is designed to give you that control while handling the admin. Profiles usually go live within days of verification, and many carers start receiving enquiries soon afterwards.