Flexible Shared Lives Carer (Self-Employed)

Hackney Borough Council; London Borough of Hackney; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Specialist Training

Dedicated Ongoing Support

Carer Community

Paid Allowance

Job summary

Hackney Borough Council is seeking Shared Lives carers to support adults and young people aged 16+ in their day-to-day lives, within a family setting. This is a self-employed opportunity; you would work from your home and in your local community, with flexible long-term, respite, or day-support placements.

We provide full training, ongoing support, and a paid allowance; typical weekly earnings are between £500 and £900 depending on care level and placement type.

Qualifications

• No formal care qualifications required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and a full-time UK resident or have leave to remain.

Responsibilities

• Nurture life skills through daily tasks, meals, and a welcoming home.
• Support health, wellbeing, safety, and everyday routines.
• Encourage independence, new experiences, and community involvement.
• Provide a sense of belonging within an extended family circle.

Job description

Hackney Borough Council is seeking Shared Lives carers to support adults and young people aged 16+ in their day-to-day lives, within a family setting. This is a self-employed opportunity; you would work from your home and in your local community, with flexible long-term, respite, or day-support placements.

We provide full training, ongoing support, and a paid allowance; typical weekly earnings are between £500 and £900 depending on care level and placement type.