Shared Lives Carer (Self-Employed: Full time or short breaks) Social Care

Brighton & Hove City Council; Kemp Town Estate; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking Shared Lives Carers in Brighton and Hove to provide support and accommodation for adults with disabilities. The role offers flexible options including full-time care, short breaks, or day shares. Candidates must have experience in caring for others and be self-motivated to help individuals live independently. This position allows for home-based work and comes with training and support.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for others is essential.
• Motivated individuals who want to support others to live independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide care, support, and accommodation for adults with disabilities.
• Support individuals in making choices and developing independence skills.
• Offer full-time support, short breaks, or day share.

Skills

Experience in caring for others

Motivation to support independent living

Job description

Shared Lives Carer (Self-Employed: Full time or short breaks) Social Care

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 03 October 2025
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 02 November 2025
• Location: Brighton, East Sussex
• Remote working: Fully remote
• Company: Brighton & Hove City Council
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: orbis/TP/445/1260

Summary

Do you have a spare room and live in Brighton and Hove?

Could you care for someone who needs extra support in your home?

Would you like to work from home and be paid to make a real difference to someone's life?

Make a positive lifestyle choice and talk to us about becoming a Shared Lives Carer.

We are looking for people living in Brighton and Hove to join Shared Lives and provide care, support and accommodation for adults and young people over sixteen with a learning disability, autism, or mental health need. All sorts of people can be Shared Lives carers; singles, couples, with or without children, young or not so young, home owners or tenants:

You would be assessed and approved by the Shared Lives Scheme and receive induction and ongoing support and training. You would be self employed and paid a weekly fee. You will need to have some experience of caring for others and be motivated to support people to live independent lives.

By becoming a Shared Lives Carer you can make a real difference to the people you support by offering:

• The opportunity to live a meaningful life and be part of family life and the local community
• Support to make their own choices and decisions
• Support with everyday tasks and support to develop independence skills

You could offer:

• Full time support - the person would live with you and your family
• Short Breaks (respite) - the person would come and stay for the occasional night, weekend or week
• Day share - you would support up to three people, based from your home, for up to 6 hours.

To find out more:

• Call 01273-295550
• or e-mail [e-mail]