Join the CareOptus live-in care network. Choose your placements, set your schedule, and get the support you deserve. We're building something better for carers.
Live-in carers on our network earn
per week, depending on care complexity
We're not another agency taking a cut. We're a network that connects you directly with families, gives you real support, and pays you fairly.
Earn £700-£900+ per week paid directly to your account. No chasing invoices, no delayed payments. Weekly, guaranteed, on time.
Choose the placements that work for you. Set your availability, pick your rotation length, and take breaks when you need them.
Day or night, emergencies or questions—our support line is always there. You're never alone on a placement.
Emergency location sharing, one-tap escalation, incident support. Modern safety features designed to protect you.
Build real relationships with the families you care for. No agency middleman deciding where you work and how you work.
Live-in care means one-to-one attention. You make a real difference in someone's life, every single day.
We maintain high standards because families trust us to connect them with exceptional carers. Here's what you'll need.
At least 6 months professional care experience in a home, care home, or healthcare setting.
You must have the legal right to work in the UK. We'll verify this during onboarding.
Enhanced DBS certificate (or eligible to obtain one). We can guide you through this if needed.
At least two verifiable professional references from care-related work.
Clear written and spoken English to communicate effectively with families and our team.
Comfortable living in a client's home for extended periods. Typical rotations are 2-4 weeks.
We've made joining simple. Most carers are placement-ready within days, not weeks.
Fill out the form below. Tell us about your experience, your availability, and what kind of placements interest you.
Upload your documents, complete our verification process, and we'll check your references. We'll guide you every step.
Once verified, browse available placements that match your preferences. Apply to the ones that suit you best.
Start your application now. It takes about 5 minutes and there's no commitment.
Live-in carers typically earn £700-£900+ per week, depending on the complexity of care needed. Higher-needs placements pay more. You're paid weekly, guaranteed.
No. You work as a self-employed carer. We introduce you to families and provide support, but the care agreement is between you and the family directly.
Our 24/7 support line is always available. Call anytime for guidance, and we have built-in emergency escalation tools in our carer app.
Most live-in placements use a rotation system—typically 2-4 weeks on, then time off. You set your preferences and we match accordingly.
Yes, you'll need Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance before your first placement. We can point you to affordable options.
24/7 phone support, our carer app with safety tools, help with placements, and a team that's actually there when you need them.
Apply today and you could be on your first placement within days. No agency rotas. No zero-hour uncertainty. Just good work that pays well.
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