Shared Lives Carer


Company:	Kent Shared Lives
Salary:	Earn between £410 to £682 per week, per adult you support, with significant tax breaks
Hours:	Full-time
Working pattern:	Remote
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	24 Jul 2026
Closing date:	21 Aug 2026

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Summary

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.

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 sharedlives@kent.gov.uk.

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.

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