Pay and Benefits

As a Shared Live carer, you can earn between £537.30 and £669.32.per week as a self-employed carer. We provide professional, ongoing support to help you understand how this might affect any benefits you currently receive.

You will receive free training and support to ensure you feel safe and comfortable at every stage of your journey as a Shared Lives carer. 

Additionally, you will benefit from:

• An extra £18,140 per year in tax relief as a self-employed carer.
• 28 days of paid respite from your caring role.
• 100% council tax exemption for full-time and respite carers who complete at least 52 nights of support annually.
• Free membership to Shared Lives Plus for a year which includes public liability insurance, carer support, and access to a national network of over 11,000 carers.