Respite Carer Jobs in Thornbury

Looking for flexible respite care work in Thornbury and the surrounding area? PrimeCarers connects self‑employed carers with families who need short‑term and weekend cover — anything from a few hours to a few days to give family carers a proper break. You choose which clients to accept, which hours to do and the area you cover. Right now, 6 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

Respite care work typically involves companionship, personal care, medication prompts, support with meals, light mobility assistance and being a reassuring presence when family carers are resting, at work or away. Many of our carers pick up regular weekend clients and occasional multi‑day bookings; others prefer short evening or daytime shifts. You can work across Thornbury and nearby towns such as Woodhouse Park, Bradley Stoke, Wickwar, Patchway, Yate and Berkeley.

Pay and practicalities are straightforward. As a self‑employed carer on PrimeCarers you set your own rates and keep control of your earnings — many carers list within £19.20–£24 per hour. If you want more detail you can include an hourly or live‑in preference on your profile using £19.20–£24 per hour or £145–£161 per day ranges. PrimeCarers handles client introductions, contracts, invoicing and payments, and includes insurance while you work, so you spend time caring rather than chasing paperwork.

This kind of role suits experienced carers who want more control than agency life often allows. If you have at least one year of professional care experience, the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS check (we can help arrange one) and verifiable references, you can apply. We ask for clear references and an Enhanced DBS so families can trust who they're inviting into their home. Many carers from across South Gloucestershire join because they value the flexibility and direct relationships with families.

Applying takes minutes. Create a profile, tell us about your experience and availability, upload or book a DBS and add references. Profiles typically go live within days of verification. You remain self‑employed: you choose your clients, your hours and your service area, and you invoice through PrimeCarers when bookings are completed.

If you want respectful, flexible respite work in Thornbury that fits around your life and skills, PrimeCarers makes the admin simple so you can focus on care. Set your rates, pick jobs that suit you and start building direct relationships with families across Thornbury and beyond.