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Shared Lives - Current VacanciesCheshire West and Chester Council • Ellesmere Port, GB
Shared Lives - Current Vacancies

Shared Lives - Current Vacancies

Cheshire West and Chester Council • Ellesmere Port, GB
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

Shared Lives Carer (Self-Employed)

Cheshire West and Chester (Home-based/ Flexible working)
£–£ per week (long-term) | Up to £ per night (respite)

Make a difference from your own home

We are looking for kind, caring and compassionate individuals to join our Shared Lives Scheme as self-employed carers.

This is a unique opportunity to support someone in your community while working flexibly around your own lifestyle, family and commitments.

As a Shared Lives Carer, you will open your home to support an adult who needs help with daily living. This could include:

  • Offering full-time, long-term accommodation
  • Providing short breaks or respite care
  • Supporting someone during the day or at weekends

You’ll help someone build independence, confidence and social connections by supporting them in everyday activities such as:

  • Shopping, cooking and attending appointments
  • Hobbies like walking, crafts, music or sports
  • Social outings such as cinema trips or community activities

What we’re looking for

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. You don’t need previous care experience—just the right values.

Compassionate, patient and reliable
Good communication and people skills
Able to provide a safe and supportive home environment

Requirements:

  • Aged or over
  • A spare bedroom (for long-term or overnight support)
  • Willing to complete assessments, including DBS and home checks

What you’ll receive

  • Competitive weekly payments (£–£ for long-term support)
  • Up to £ per night for respite care
  • Potential tax benefits (self-employed status)
  • Paid respite breaks for long-term carers
  • Full training and ongoing support
  • Dedicated scheme worker
  • Access to Shared Lives Plus support network and discounts
  • Work within a CQC-regulated service

About the process

You’ll complete a supportive assessment process, including:

  • DBS check
  • Health and safety home assessment
  • Personal health checks

You’ll be guided throughout by a dedicated worker. The approval process typically takes – months.

Apply today

To express your interest, please email:

A member of the team will contact you to discuss the role and next steps.

Why choose Shared Lives?

Because it’s more than a job—it’s a chance to change someone’s life while enriching yours

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Shared Lives - Current Vacancies • Ellesmere Port, GB

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