We are looking for kind, patient and reliable people to become Shared Lives Carers and support an adult to live independently as part of your home and community.
About the role
As a Shared Lives Carer, you will:
- Welcome an adult with care and support needs, into your home and support them as part of your everyday life
- Help them build independence, confidence and life skills
- Provide emotional support, companionship and encouragement
- Support with day-to-day activities such as cooking, budgeting or accessing the community
- Help someone feel part of a family and belong
Support arrangements are flexible and can include:
- Full-time (someone lives with you)
- Short breaks / respite
- Day support (although we are not currently recruiting for day support only)
Why become a Shared Lives Carer?
- ✔ Work from home
- ✔ Flexible role that fits around your lifestyle
- ✔ Competitive weekly payment
- ✔ Full training and ongoing support
- ✔ Be part of a supportive community
- ✔ Make a real and lasting difference
Shared Lives is a unique alternative to traditional care, where relationships, not buildings, are at the heart of support.
Who we’re looking for
You don’t need formal qualifications — what matters most is your values.
We’re looking for people who are:
- Kind, caring and patient
- Reliable and committed
- Good communicators
- Willing to share their home and life with someone else
- Open to learning and development
People from all backgrounds can apply — whether you:
- Work, are retired, or have caring experience
- Have a family, live alone, or are a couple
What you’ll need
- A spare room in your home
- The right to work in the UK
- Willingness to complete an assessment and training
- Commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable adults
- Your home must meet Shared Lives standards, including being safe, clean, and well‑maintained
If you’re looking for a flexible, meaningful role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Start with a simple conversation today and find out if Shared Lives could work for you. Call 03000 412400 or email [email protected].
To Apply:
- You must live in Kent
- You must have a spare bedroom
- You must live in your own home (rented, mortgaged, or owned outright)
Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship, as this is a self-employed role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £410.00-£680.00 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have a spare bedroom? - If you do not have a spare bedroom we won't be able accept your application.
Location:
Work Location: Remote
