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Live-in carer jobs
We work with experienced, self-employed live-in carers across the UK. We are not taking on new carers at the moment — but you can register your interest and we will come back to you when that changes.
We are not currently recruiting carers
Our carer roster is at capacity, so we are not reviewing new applications right now. We keep a list of experienced carers to contact first when we reopen — email us and we will add you to it.
Why carers work with us
We are an introductory agency, so the carers we work with are self-employed professionals rather than our employees. You keep control of which placements you take, and we handle the introduction, the paperwork and the support around it. You will have a named care manager to call rather than a general office line.
What we look for when we do recruit
- Previous experience in live-in or domiciliary care
- An enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one
- The right to work in the UK
- Genuine warmth, patience and reliability
- Specialist experience — dementia, PEG, stoma or catheter care — is especially welcome
How to register your interest
Email jobs@liveincaredirect.org with a short summary of your live-in care experience, the areas you can cover, and whether you hold a current enhanced DBS. We will keep your details on file and contact you when we are next taking on carers.
The enquiry forms elsewhere on this site are for families looking for care, not for carer applications — email is the right route for carer enquiries.
Already working with us?
If you are one of our existing carers and need support with a placement, contact your named care manager directly, or call the office and ask for carer support.
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0800 368 8558Lines open 8am–10pm, seven days a week See all questionsAre you recruiting live-in carers at the moment?
Not at present. Our roster is at capacity, so we are not reviewing new carer applications. You are welcome to email your details and we will contact you when we are next taking on carers.
Are carers employed by Live-in Care Direct?
No. We are an introductory agency, so the carers we introduce are self-employed professionals. You choose which placements to accept and are responsible for your own tax and National Insurance, while we handle the introduction and provide ongoing support.
Do I need an enhanced DBS check?
Yes. Every carer we introduce holds a current enhanced DBS check. If you do not have one yet but are otherwise experienced, say so when you email us — a willingness to obtain one is enough at the point of registering interest.
Can I apply through the enquiry form on the site?
No, and please do not — those forms are for families arranging care and ask about the person needing support, so a carer application submitted there would reach the wrong team. Email us instead.