Shared Lives - Current Vacancies

Shared Lives - Current Vacancies

Shared Lives Carer (Self-Employed)

Cheshire West and Chester (Home-based/ Flexible working)
£600–£800 per week (long-term) | Up to £94 per night (respite)

Make a difference from your own home

We are looking for kind, caring and compassionate individuals to join our Shared Lives Scheme as self-employed carers.

This is a unique opportunity to support someone in your community while working flexibly around your own lifestyle, family and commitments.

As a Shared Lives Carer, you will open your home to support an adult who needs help with daily living. This could include:

• Offering full-time, long-term accommodation
• Providing short breaks or respite care
• Supporting someone during the day or at weekends

You’ll help someone build independence, confidence and social connections by supporting them in everyday activities such as:

• Shopping, cooking and attending appointments
• Hobbies like walking, crafts, music or sports
• Social outings such as cinema trips or community activities

What we’re looking for

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. You don’t need previous care experience—just the right values.

✔ Compassionate, patient and reliable
✔ Good communication and people skills
✔ Able to provide a safe and supportive home environment

Requirements:

• Aged 18 or over
• A spare bedroom (for long-term or overnight support)
• Willing to complete assessments, including DBS and home checks

What you’ll receive

• Competitive weekly payments (£600–£800 for long-term support)
• Up to £94 per night for respite care
• Potential tax benefits (self-employed status)
• Paid respite breaks for long-term carers
• Full training and ongoing support
• Dedicated scheme worker
• Access to Shared Lives Plus support network and discounts
• Work within a CQC-regulated service

About the process

You’ll complete a supportive assessment process, including:

• DBS check
• Health and safety home assessment
• Personal health checks

You’ll be guided throughout by a dedicated worker. The approval process typically takes 3–6 months.

Apply today

To express your interest, please email:
[email removed]

A member of the team will contact you to discuss the role and next steps.

Why choose Shared Lives?

Because it’s more than a job—it’s a chance to change someone’s life while enriching yours

Attachments

• Shared Lives Application Form intermediate.doc