London Borough of Croydon

Croydon Shared Lives Scheme - Shared Lives Carer

Croydon, London, United Kingdom £368 Closing Date: 2026-12-31T23:55:00+00:00 Full time
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Role Overview & Description

Summary: Share Your Home, Make a Difference – Become a Shared Lives Carer
🏡 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. 📞 Interested? Start your journey today: 📧 Email: sharedlivesteam@croydon.gov.uk 📞 Call: 020 8726 6000 Ext 44109 🔗 Learn more: croydon.gov.uk/shared-lives 📝 Apply online: https://www.croydon.gov.uk/adult-health-and-social-care/care-homes-and-housing/shared-lives/become-shared-lives THE Only accepted applications that will be accepted are from applications via the above link
Requisition Details
  • Job ID: #235
  • Employer: London Borough of Croydon
  • Location: Croydon, London, United Kingdom
  • Closing Date: 2026-12-31T23:55:00+00:00
  • Contract: Full time
  • Last Verified: 2026-10-10
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