Weekend Carer Jobs in Westside

Looking for regular weekend or short-term respite work in Westside? PrimeCarers connects self-employed carers with families needing cover from a few hours to a few days — ideal if you want to offer weekend relief, holiday breaks or occasional overnight support. Right now, 222 families are currently looking for care in the wider area.

These roles are for experienced carers who want to move away from agency rota restrictions while keeping the reliability of ongoing bookings. As a PrimeCarers carer you choose your clients, hours and service area, and you set your own rates. Many carers working in Westside find that the mix of weekend blocks and occasional short shifts fits around family life or other work.

The kind of work you might do includes companionship, help with personal care, medication prompts, mobility support and short-term live-in respite when families need a break. Work is community-focused across Westside and nearby areas including Brixton, Stockwell, Herne Hill, Woodlands, Clapham and Denmark Hill. We list ongoing self-employed opportunities rather than a single job, so you can pick the types of bookings that suit you.

Pay and flexibility: you set your rate and keep control of your diary. Typical pay sits around £18.80–£20 per hour depending on experience and the level of care required. PrimeCarers handles finding clients, contracts, invoicing and payments, and public liability and professional insurance is included while you work through the platform.

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; PrimeCarers can help arrange the DBS if needed. We verify credentials quickly — applying takes minutes, and profiles typically go live within days of verification. We ask carers to present clear references and up-to-date checks so families in Lambeth and surrounding streets can book with confidence.

Being on PrimeCarers means you’re self-employed: you invoice through the platform and manage your own tax affairs. You’ll have the freedom to accept weekend-only work, occasional night cover or short multi-day bookings. If you’re thinking of leaving agency work for more control over your time and rates, this platform is designed for that transition whilst keeping the admin light.

How to apply: create a short profile, upload your ID and references, and choose the areas you’re willing to cover in Westside. Once verified you can start receiving enquiries and booking the respite shifts that suit you. If you need any help with checks or setting rates, PrimeCarers' team are available to support your move to self-employed respite care.