Self-employed live-in roles

Live-in Carer Jobs in Skelmersdale

Set your own rates (typically £145–£160 per day), choose clients and take control of your care work

  • Set your own rates, with no agency cut
  • Choose your clients and your hours
  • Contracts, invoicing and payments handled for you
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Description

PrimeCarers connects experienced, self-employed carers with families in Skelmersdale and across Lancashire who need dependable, compassionate live-in support. Live-in roles mean you stay in the client’s home and support daily routines around the clock with agreed breaks — many carers travel from across the country for these placements. Right now, 43 live-in placements are currently open across the wider region.

Live-in work suits skilled carers who want continuity of care, closer relationships with clients and simpler scheduling than shift-based agency work. You remain self-employed, set your own rates and choose which clients, hours and service area you accept. Typical pay sits around £145–£160 per day with £18.50–£20 per hour available for hourly care and £145–£160 per day for live-in day rates — you decide what you charge.

PrimeCarers finds the families, handles contracts, invoicing and payments, and provides insurance while you work. That means you can focus on care without the admin burden. Applying takes minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification, so you could be matched and working in Skelmersdale quickly.

We’re looking for carers with at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references. You’ll need the practical skills for personal care, medication prompts, supporting mobility and daily routines, plus the emotional resilience to work closely with people in their homes.

If you already cover nearby towns such as Newburgh, Appley, Rainford, Ormskirk, Wigan and Ince in Makerfield you’ll find local matches regularly, but many live-in placements attract carers from further afield. We advertise ongoing self-employed opportunities — not a single role — so you can pick the matches that fit your life and goals. Profiles are judged on experience and references, so present your best work history and clear DBS to speed verification.

To apply, create your PrimeCarers profile, upload references and your DBS (or request help arranging one) and set the areas and availability you’re willing to work. There’s no obligation to accept matches: you choose the clients and the hours. If you want more information about live-in expectations, travel or how invoicing is handled, the PrimeCarers team will answer your questions as you set up.

If you’re ready to move away from rota-driven agency shifts and take more control over who you care for and how you work in Skelmersdale, join PrimeCarers to see live-in opportunities tailored to experienced, professional carers.

What carers earn around Skelmersdale

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 139 carers in the area

£18.50–£20 per hour

Overnight care

Based on 126 carers in the area

£17–£17.70 per hour

Live-in care

Based on 1305 carers in the area

£145–£160 per day

Why carers choose PrimeCarers

You set your rates

Carers on PrimeCarers are self-employed and set their own rates, keeping control of earnings and availability.

Flexible hours

Choose your clients, hours and service area so your work fits your life, whether local or travelling for live-in placements.

Meaningful continuity

Live-in care builds relationships and continuity of support — ideal if you prefer long-term, person-centred work.

Support and protection

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

How it works

  1. 1

    1. Create your profile

    Apply in minutes: add experience, references and DBS (we can help arrange one) and specify availability and service area.

  2. 2

    2. Get matched

    PrimeCarers introduces you to families; you review details and choose the matches you want to accept.

  3. 3

    3. Work and get paid

    Carry out live-in care as a self-employed carer while PrimeCarers manages contracts, invoices and payments.

Frequently asked questions

These listings advertise ongoing self-employed opportunities across Skelmersdale and nearby areas, not one specific post. You’ll see multiple matches and choose the ones that suit you.

You need at least one year of professional care experience, an Enhanced DBS check (PrimeCarers can help arrange one), the right to work in the UK and verifiable references.

Live-in care means you live in the client’s home and support daily routines around the clock with agreed rest and break arrangements. Exact duties and breaks are agreed with the family before you accept a match.

PrimeCarers handles contracts, invoicing and payments on your behalf and provides insurance while you are working, so you can focus on care rather than administration.

Applying only takes minutes. Profiles typically go live within days of verification, and matches in Skelmersdale and neighbouring towns can appear soon after.

Ready to start earning on your own terms?

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