Job Introduction
Become a Shared Lives Carer in Milton Keynes and Join Us in Making a Difference
Milton Keynes City Council are hiring Shared Lives Carers to provide care, support and companionship for adults with support needs within our community.
Shared Lives is a unique and flexible form of care where carers share their home and family life with adults who need support. This could be someone with a learning disability, mental health condition, or older adults who need extra help to live independently in their local area.
Why Become a Shared Lives MK Carer?
If you are compassionate and patient, becoming a Shared Lives MK carer will provide a rewarding way to make a difference in your community?
Whether you are new to care or an experienced carer, we can offer full support to guide you through every step of your Shared Lives journey.
As a Shared Lives MK carer you will make a positive impact, providing a safe, supportive, and loving environment for someone in need.
You will have the flexibility to choose the level of commitment that suits your lifestyle, from short-term respite, short breaks or long-term live-in care arrangements.
What we offer:
As a Shared Lives MK carer, you can earn between £537 and £669 per week as a self-employed carer when you share your home on a long-term, live-in basis.
If you cannot support full-time, Shared Lives MK offers Day Support and Short Breaks packages too with earnings for day support starting at £47 per day and overnight earnings from £81 per night.
You will receive free comprehensive training and ongoing support from our dedicated team to ensure you feel safe and comfortable at every stage of your journey as a Shared Lives MK carer. Additionally, you will benefit from:
• An extra £18,140 per year in tax relief as a self-employed Shared Lives carer.
• 28 days of paid respite from your caring role.
• Free membership to Shared Lives Plus in your first year, which includes public liability insurance, carer support, and access to a national network of over 11,000 carers.
Who Can Become a Shared Lives Carer?
We welcome applications from individuals from all walks of life. Whether you are single, married, with or without children, if you have a caring nature and a spare room (for long-term, live-in support), you can become a Shared Lives MK Carer.
The Ideal Candidate
Who Can Become a Shared Lives Carer?
We welcome applications from individuals from all walks of life. Whether you are single, married, with or without children, if you have a caring nature and a spare room (for long-term, live-in support), you can become a Shared Lives MK Carer.
How to Apply: email: sharedlivesmk@milton-keynes.gov.uk or call us at 01908 254088
Together, let’s change lives – one home at a time!
