Croydon Shared Lives Scheme - Shared Lives Carer
London Borough of Croydon
?? 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.
Only applications received through the below link will be considered.
?? Interested?
Start your journey today:
?? Email: sharedlivesteam@croydon.gov.uk
?? 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