How do I become a Shared Lives carer?

Being a Shared Lives Carer is an extremely rewarding role, and we are always looking for new carers to join. It can be your full-time role or can work flexibly on top of existing work or caring commitments.

Shared Lives Carers offer support and care from their own homes to people who need support to live independently. This may include supporting the person to:

• look after themselves
• keep healthy and active
• learn new skills
• meet people
• enjoy hobbies and activities
• manage their money
• share tasks like cooking, cleaning and gardening.

As a Shared Lives Carer, not only will you be making a real difference in someone’s life. You will also receive payment for the type of support you provide, and can take advantage of generous tax breaks.

Types of support

Long-term support

You will receive a weekly income of between £600 and £800 for each person you support. This includes care fees, rent payment and utilities contribution.

Respite support

Earn between £82 to £106 per night for each person you support.

Day support

Earn up to £88 for providing 6 hours of support per person

Shared Lives Carers can support up to three people at any one time.

The role is flexible, rewarding and tailored to fit around your lifestyle. Full training and support provided every step of the way.

The assessment process usually takes around three months and is designed to help us get to know you, your skills, and what you can offer.

What to expect

• Application form
  a simple way for you to tell us a little about yourself.
  
  
• Checks
  Including references, a DBS (criminal record check), a health check, and a health and safety check to make sure everything is safe and secure.
  
  
• Home visits
  One of our friendly team will come and chat with you about your experience, your home, and how Shared Lives could work for you.
  
  
• Approval panel
  Once everything is complete, your assessment will be shared with an independent panel who will confirm your approval as a Shared Lives Carer.

If you are interested in becoming a Shared Lives Carer, please fill in the short enquiry form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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