Croydon Shared Lives Scheme - Shared Lives CarerJobsGoPublic

Job Description

?? Share Your Home, Make a Difference – Become a Shared Lives Carer

Location: Croydon

Payment: From £368.30 per week, or more depending on assessed needs

Type: Self-employed | Flexible hours | Full training provided

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?

The Croydon Shared Lives Service is seeking caring, committed individuals to become Shared Lives Carers. You’ll support vulnerable adults (18+) with learning disabilities, mental health needs, or physical disabilities by welcoming them into your home (Family Model) or a supported living home (where you live offsite) — either for short breaks or long-term stays.

?? What You’ll Do:

Provide care and support in a warm, family-style environment

Help individuals build independence and learn life skills

Offer companionship and a sense of belonging

?? What You’ll Receive:

Regular payments starting from £368.30 per week or more depending on assessed needs

Full training and ongoing support from allocated Shared Lives Coordinator

Flexible working as a self-employed carer

The personal satisfaction of making a lasting impact

?? Who Can Apply:

Anyone living in Croydon with one or more spare bedrooms

No formal qualifications needed – just enthusiasm, commitment, and a caring nature

We welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life

Join a growing network of Shared Lives Carers making a lasting impact. Some placements last over 25/30 years — that’s how powerful this connection can be.

Do not apply using the "Apply" button.

Only applications received through the below link will be considered.

?? Interested?

Start your journey today:

?? Email: [email protected]

?? Call: 020 8726 6000 Ext 44109

?? Learn more: croydon.gov.uk/shared-lives

Do not apply using the "Apply" button.

Only applications received through the below link will be considered.

?? Apply online here: https://www.croydon.gov.uk/adult-health-and-social-care/care-homes-and-housing/shared-lives/become-shared-lives