Description
Tower Hamlets Shared Lives (THSL) is seeking caring individuals to become paid Shared Lives Carers and make a meaningful difference to the lives of vulnerable adults in Tower Hamlets.
THSL provides a community-based alternative to traditional care for adults with a learning disability. As a Shared Lives Carer, you will support a person who lives, stays, or spends time with you, using your home as a safe and supportive base.
The aim is to help each person maintain their independence, build confidence, and live a full and connected life.
Types of Shared Lives Support
We are currently recruiting Shared Lives Carers for:
- Long Term Placement: Someone lives with you as part of your family or personal network. Weekly income: £600–£800 per person (includes care fees, rent, and utilities)
- Respite Support: Someone stays with you overnight or for short periods. Payment: £82–£106 per night per person.
What You'll Need
- At least one spare bedroom for long term or respite support
- To be 21 or older
- To be a full-time UK resident or have leave to remain
What Shared Lives Carers Do
Shared Lives Carers support people with a wide range of day-to-day tasks and goals, including:
- Cooking, shopping, budgeting, and other practical tasks
- Personal care (washing, dressing, taking medication)
- Building friendships and staying connected to family
- Accessing community activities, education, training, employment, or volunteering
Why Become a Shared Lives Carer?
Being a Shared Lives Carer is rewarding, flexible, and meaningful. It can be your full-time role or something you do alongside existing work or caring responsibilities.
We provide:
- Full training
- Ongoing support
- Regular contact with the Shared Lives team
- A highly rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference