Respite Carer Jobs in Thirsk

Respite carers provide short-term cover so family carers can take a break — for a few hours, a weekend or a few days. In Thirsk that often means companionship, personal support and help with day-to-day routines while relatives rest or manage other commitments.
There is 1 family currently looking for care in the wider area.

This work suits experienced, caring people who want the freedom to run their care work their way. On PrimeCarers you’re self-employed: you set your own rates and choose the clients, hours and area you work in. Many carers in Thirsk use the platform to pick local short shifts or regular weekend rounds and set rates that reflect their experience and availability. Typical rates for this kind of work are £19.20–£22 per hour, though you decide what to charge.

PrimeCarers finds families who need respite care and handles the paperwork so you can focus on care. We take care of contracts, invoicing and payments, and include insurance while you work on bookings arranged through the platform. You remain in control: accept jobs that fit your diary, build local relationships and work around other commitments.

To join you’ll need at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, verifiable references and an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange one if needed). You’ll also need to be able to show recent references that confirm your care experience. Applications take minutes and profiles typically go live within days of verification.

Respite work in and around Thirsk can include short daytime visits, afternoon or evening cover, overnight sitting, or longer weekend stays depending on the family’s needs. You may support with companionship, mobility assistance, medication prompts or light domestic tasks — all agreed with the family before you accept a job. Many carers find regular work across Thirsk and neighbouring towns such as Northallerton, Thornton Hill, Easingwold, Boroughbridge, Ripon and Bedale, keeping travel time sensible and building repeat bookings.

If you’re an experienced carer who wants control over your work, PrimeCarers makes it straightforward to switch from agency routines to self-employed respite work in Thirsk. Create a profile in minutes, upload references and DBS information, and start seeing local opportunities within days. If you want more autonomy and meaningful short-term work close to home, this could be the next step.