Find German-speaking carers

Checks cover identity, right to work, an interview and an accepted criminal-record check: Enhanced DBS, DBS Update Service, Scottish PVG or Access NI. The acceptance window for a standalone Enhanced DBS certificate is 2 years. Update Service rechecks apply where that route is used. Check the documents and discuss skills, training and suitability for your particular care needs before booking. We do not check qualifications, training or references, so ask the carer about those directly.

Carers set their own rates, which vary by location, experience and care needs. Profile rates include our platform commission and the VAT on that commission. Agree the care, any extra services and expenses before booking. The standard contract charges bank holidays at 1.5 times the normal rate and Christmas Day at twice the normal rate. Compare like-for-like quotes for the same care and cover.

Search by your postcode and filter by language, care type and availability to see carers who fit what you need. You can message carers directly, or post a job describing what you’re looking for so that German-speaking carers can apply. You choose who to talk to and who to book.

You can arrange hourly (visiting) care, overnight care, respite and full-time live-in care. Carers help with companionship, personal care, medication prompts, mobility, meal preparation, household tasks and getting out and about, depending on what your loved one needs.

That depends on the carers near you and how flexible you can be on times and care type. You can search and message carers straight away. If it is urgent, the urgent care finder on our emergency care page can help.

Yes. We always recommend speaking with a carer first, by message, phone or video, and arranging an introductory meeting so both sides are comfortable. There’s no obligation to proceed until you’ve found someone who feels right for your family.

Visits booked through PrimeCarers are covered by the carer insurance policy we arrange, within its terms. It covers the carer’s public liability for everyday care. It does not cover clinical procedures of any kind (other than prompting or handing over oral medicines), and tasks such as giving medicines or moving and handling are covered only where the carer has been trained for them. Work arranged outside the platform is not covered. Read the policy before you rely on it. Our team provides platform and administrative support and can help you look for alternatives. Replacement availability and start dates need confirmation. Read the insurance information.

You agree the care with a self-employed carer and use PrimeCarers for contract, booking and payment tools. Keep bookings accurate and pay through the platform. The standard notice is 48 hours for hourly care and for live-in care before 168 hours have been worked. After 168 hours, live-in care requires 7 days. Different notice terms must be agreed in writing under the contract. Booked visits you cancel are payable under the contract, except for unplanned hospitalisation, illness or another reason agreed with your carer. Your carer may waive some or all of the charge. Read the agreement.