For carers
Bring your experience.
Make a difference at home.
Register your interest in live-in care introductions with Homestay Carers. Tell us about yourself, the care you know best and where you would like to work.
We introduce families and carers across West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, Kent, Hampshire and Berkshire.
A few minutes to get started. CV and supporting documents optional.
Share your experience and preferences so we can start a conversation about a suitable introduction.
What to have ready
- Your contact details and home town
- A short summary of your care experience
- Your availability and preferred areas
- Your CV and relevant training certificates, if you have them
Please leave out bank details, passport copies, National Insurance numbers and information about people you have cared for. DBS documents should only be supplied when requested through an enabled secure upload.
Questions carers often ask
What kind of care do you introduce carers for?
We introduce carers for ongoing live-in care in a person’s own home. Tell us about your experience and the kind of support you feel confident providing.
Which areas do you cover?
West Sussex, East Sussex, Surrey, Kent, Hampshire and Berkshire. You can select more than one area in the registration form.
Do I need previous live-in care experience?
Tell us about your care experience, qualifications and training, including experience outside live-in care. We will discuss your background and suitability with you before any introduction.
What checks will I need?
We will discuss identity and right-to-work checks, references, relevant training and the appropriate DBS checks with you. Registration alone does not mean you have been approved or verified.
Can I apply without uploading a CV or DBS certificate?
Yes. Documents are optional at this stage. You can describe your experience in the form, and we can discuss the appropriate documents and checks when we contact you.
Can I choose my availability and preferred working pattern?
Yes. Tell us when you are available, which areas you can work in and your preferred rotation. Arrangements depend on a suitable introduction and agreement with the family.
How are fees and payments agreed?
We will explain our terms and the proposed payment arrangements before you decide whether to proceed. The agreed care fee and working arrangements should be clear before a placement starts.
Does registering guarantee a placement?
No. Introductions depend on suitability, the checks required, your availability and the family’s choice. We will contact you to discuss your registration.
What happens after I register?
Once your application has been successfully submitted, our team can review your experience and contact you about next steps. No account, contract or placement is created automatically.
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